Career Timeline of Marlon Wayans: Major Achievements and Milestones
How Marlon Wayans built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Marlon Wayans is an accomplished American actor, comedian, writer, and producer celebrated for his collaborative work with his brother Shawn Wayans. He gained prominence through the sitcom 'The Wayans Bros.' and a series of successful comedy films. Noteworthy projects include 'Don't Be a Menace,' the 'Scary Movie' franchise, 'White Chicks,' 'Little Man,' and 'Dance Flick.' His contributions span television and film, solidifying his presence in the entertainment industry with comedic performances and creative input.
1992: In Living Color Appearance
In 1992, Marlon Wayans appeared with his siblings on the sketch comedy show In Living Color.
1993: In Living Color Appearance
In 1993, Marlon Wayans appeared with his siblings on the sketch comedy show In Living Color.
1994: Above the Rim Film Release
In 1994, Marlon Wayans appeared in Above the Rim.
1995: The Wayans Bros. Premiere
In 1995, Marlon Wayans began co-starring with his brother Shawn Wayans on The WB sitcom The Wayans Bros.
1996: Don't Be a Menace Film Release
In 1996, Marlon Wayans starred in the comedy film Don't Be a Menace.
1997: The 6th Man Film Release
In 1997, Marlon Wayans appeared in The 6th Man.
1999: The Wayans Bros. Ends
In 1999, Marlon Wayans' sitcom The Wayans Bros. ended.
2000: Requiem for a Dream Release
In 2000, Marlon Wayans appeared in Requiem for a Dream.
2000: Scary Movie and other performances
In 2000, Marlon Wayans produced the first film of the Scary Movie series, appeared in Requiem for a Dream and Dungeons & Dragons, and hosted the 2000 MTV Video Music Awards.
2000: Scary Movie Release
In 2000, Marlon Wayans starred in the comedy film Scary Movie.
2001: Scary Movie 2 Release
In 2001, Marlon Wayans starred in Scary Movie 2.
2004: White Chicks Release
In 2004, Marlon Wayans starred in the comedy film White Chicks.
2006: Little Man Release
In 2006, Marlon Wayans starred in the comedy film Little Man.
2009: G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra Film Release
In 2009, Marlon Wayans appeared in G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra.
2009: Dance Flick Release
In 2009, Marlon Wayans starred in the comedy film Dance Flick.
2013: The Heat and A Haunted House Film Release
In 2013, Marlon Wayans appeared in The Heat and A Haunted House.
2014: The Wayans Brothers Tour
In 2014, Marlon Wayans and his brothers traveled the U.S. with "The Wayans Brothers Tour".
2014: A Haunted House 2 Film Release
In 2014, Marlon Wayans appeared in A Haunted House 2.
2016: Fifty Shades of Black Film Release
In 2016, Marlon Wayans appeared in Fifty Shades of Black.
September 2017: YouTube Channel Launch
In September 2017, Variety announced that Marlon Wayans would partner with Shots Studios to launch a YouTube channel.
2017: Marlon Sitcom Premieres
In 2017, Marlon Wayans co-wrote and starred in the NBC sitcom Marlon, which ran for two seasons.
2019: Sextuplets Film Release
In 2019, Marlon Wayans appeared in Sextuplets.
2020: On the Rocks Film Release
In 2020, Marlon Wayans appeared in On the Rocks.
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