Marlon Wayans is an American actor, comedian, writer, and producer, known for his collaborative work with his brother Shawn Wayans. He gained prominence through the sitcom *The Wayans Bros.* and various comedy films, including *Don't Be a Menace*, the *Scary Movie* series, *White Chicks*, *Little Man*, and *Dance Flick*. His career highlights his significant contributions to comedy and entertainment.
July 23, 1972: Marlon Wayans Born
On July 23, 1972, Marlon Lamont Wayans was born. He is an American actor, comedian, writer, and producer.
1992: In Living Color Appearance
In 1992, Marlon Wayans appeared with his siblings on the sketch comedy show "In Living Color".
1992: Relationship with Angela Zackery
In 1992, Marlon Wayans began a long-term relationship with Angela Zackery.
1993: In Living Color
In 1993, Marlon Wayans appeared with his siblings on the sketch comedy show "In Living Color".
1994: Above the Rim Film
In 1994, Marlon Wayans appeared in "Above the Rim".
1995: The Wayans Bros. Sitcom
In 1995, Marlon Wayans began working with his brother Shawn Wayans on The WB sitcom "The Wayans Bros."
1996: Don't Be a Menace Film
In 1996, Marlon Wayans appeared in the comedy film "Don't Be a Menace".
1999: The Wayans Bros. Ended
In 1999, Marlon Wayans's sitcom "The Wayans Bros." ended.
2000: Requiem for a Dream, Dungeons & Dragons and MTV Video Music Awards
In 2000, Marlon Wayans appeared as Tyrone C. Love in "Requiem for a Dream" and as Snails in "Dungeons & Dragons". He and Shawn also hosted the 2000 MTV Video Music Awards.
2000: Scary Movie Release
In 2000, Marlon Wayans appeared in "Scary Movie".
2001: Scary Movie 2 Release
In 2001, Marlon Wayans appeared in "Scary Movie 2".
2004: White Chicks Film
In 2004, Marlon Wayans appeared in the comedy film "White Chicks".
2006: Little Man Film
In 2006, Marlon Wayans appeared in the comedy film "Little Man".
2006: Thugaboo Cartoon Series
In 2006, Marlon Wayans produced the Nickelodeon cartoon series "Thugaboo".
2009: G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra Film
In 2009, Marlon Wayans appeared in "G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra".
2009: Dance Flick Film
In 2009, Marlon Wayans appeared in the comedy film "Dance Flick".
2013: The Heat and A Haunted House Films
In 2013, Marlon Wayans appeared in "The Heat" and "A Haunted House".
2013: End of Relationship with Angela Zackery
In 2013, Marlon Wayans ended his long-term relationship with Angela Zackery.
2014: A Haunted House 2 Film
In 2014, Marlon Wayans appeared in the film "A Haunted House 2".
2014: Funniest Wins and The Wayans Brothers Tour
In 2014, Marlon Wayans created "Funniest Wins" which aired on TBS and also traveled the United States with his brothers for "The Wayans Brothers Tour".
2016: Fifty Shades of Black Film
In 2016, Marlon Wayans appeared in the film "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.
2019: Sextuplets Film
In 2019, Marlon Wayans appeared in the film "Sextuplets".
2020: On the Rocks Film
In 2020, Marlon Wayans appeared in the film "On the Rocks".
August 2021: Batman '89 Comic Book
In August 2021, DC Entertainment began publication of a comic book adaptation of the original concept, Batman '89, using Marlon Wayans's likeness for Robin with his permission, their civilian identity renamed Drake Winston.
2021: Respect Film
In 2021, Marlon Wayans appeared in the biographical musical drama "Respect".
2023: Support for Trans Son
In 2023, Marlon Wayans expressed support for his trans son and the LGBTQ community.
2025: Him Film
In 2025, Marlon Wayans is scheduled to appear in the supernatural horror film "Him".
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