History of Marlon Wayans in Timeline

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.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

July 23, 1972: Marlon Wayans Born

On July 23, 1972, Marlon Lamont Wayans was born. He is an American actor, comedian, writer, and producer.

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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 Begins

In 1992, Marlon Wayans began a long-term relationship with Angela Zackery.

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.

2007: Norbit Film Release

In 2007, Marlon Wayans appeared in Norbit.

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.

2013: Relationship with Angela Zackery Ends

In 2013, Marlon Wayans ended his long-term relationship with Angela Zackery.

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: Naked Film Release

In 2017, Marlon Wayans appeared in Naked.

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.

2020: HBO Max Deal

In 2020, Marlon Wayans signed a deal with HBO Max.

2021: Clarifies Marital Status

In 2021, Marlon Wayans stated that he had never married, despite previously referring to Angela Zackery as his "ex-wife".

2023: Support for Transgender Child

In 2023, one of Marlon Wayans' children came out as transgender, and he expressed support for him, including through an altercation with Soulja Boy on Twitter.