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Today, Black comedians are among the most celebrated and widely recognized names in the entertainment industry – but it wasn’t always that way. Just a few decades ago, it was rare for People of Color to see themselves represented on TV, but all that changed thanks to the work of Keenen Wayans. The 66-year-old comes from a family of funny (and talented) people , including siblings Damon, Kim, Shawn and Marlon. While he got into Tuskegee University on an engineering scholarship , Wayans dropped out one semester before graduating to focus on comedy. After moving to California and learning the tricks of the trade from Robert Townsend, the Harlem native never looked back. For Almost 45 Years, Keenen Wayans Has Been A Pioneer In Black Comedy (Photo by Pool DENIZE/PELLETIER/Gamma-Rapho via Getty Images) Keenen Wayans was in his early 20s when he headed out west, but it didn’t take long for him to find work. By 1982 he was making appearances on the hit TV series Cheers ; this was followed...
Making the entire internet laugh since 2017, Druski has quickly become a sketch comedy legend . The popular comedian and actor has amassed an Instagram following of over eight million and has collaborated with big names like Jack Harlow, Drake, Lil Yachty, and fellow content creator Kai Cenat . Last year, the 29-year-old was announced as one of Forbes’ top creators of 2023, ranking at number 20 with $10 million in earnings. From his Coulda Been Records series to his stand-up sets to his movie appearances, exactly how much is Druski’s net worth? Who Is Druski? (Photo by Paras Griffin/Getty Images for BET) Born Drew Desbordes on September 12th, 1994, in Columbia, Maryland, Druski was noted to be the class clown from day one. Humor was the language he knew best, which is why he’s been able to build such an impressive empire from it. Being raised on comedians like Cedric The Entertainer and Dave Chappelle , he strayed from his dreams of becoming a sportscaster to pursue comedy,...
Morgan Freeman is a beloved actor , producer, and public figure who has been an instantly-recognizable figure in the entertainment industry for over five decades. The velvet-voiced thespian has given such landmark performances in his day that he’s often associated with god himself, simply because he portrayed the larger-than-life role in the 2003 movie “Bruce Almighty.” According to Celebrity Net Worth , Morgan Freeman has amassed an enormous fortune of more than $250 million. While this nest egg is impressive by any measure, it’s especially incredible as Freeman comes from very humble beginnings, and has lost multi-million dollar figures in disputes such as his 2010 divorce. Any way you slice it, Morgan Freeman’s net worth paints a compelling picture of his longevity, creativity, and resilience, and solidifies his position as an inspiration to us all. Now that the long-standing GOAT of voiceover narration has just celebrated his 87th birthday, this seems like as good a time as any...
Martin Lawrence is an iconic comedian , actor, and entertainer who truly requires no introduction. Best known for his leading roles in films such as “Big Momma’s House,” “Bad Boys,” “Open Season,” and more, Lawrence has created generational wealth through his impeccable comedic timing and hilarious comic delivery. Today, Martin Lawrence has an estimated net worth of over $110 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth . While the legendary actor’s income mostly stems from his career in film and television, he has also taken in large sums through stand-up comedy , as well as a wide array of brand deals and real estate holdings. Without any further preamble, let’s dissect Martin Lawrence’s net worth, and examine each of the main contributing factors to his wealth. Stand-Up Comedy And Early Acting Career (Photo by Monica Schipper/WireImage) Martin Lawrence was raised primarily by a single mother in the Washington, D.C. area. As a youth, he took up boxing before ultimately embarking upon...
Whether you were born in the 1990s or simply a fan of that era, the sitcom “Martin” was more than just a show. It was a part of your reality, a nostalgic journey that still resonates today. This unique blend of humor and relatability left an indelible mark on ’90s pop culture that people can still feel and cherish. For the years 1992-1997, the 30-minute comedy series “Martin” aired over 130 episodes, bringing viewers countless laughs and unforgettable moments. The show’s magic was not just about the individual performances but about the camaraderie and chemistry of the cast. Martin Lawrence played the character Martin Payne with Tisha Campbell (Gina Waters-Payne), Thomas Mikal Ford (Tommy Strawn), Tichina Arnold (Pamela James), and Carl Anthony Payne II (Cole Brown) playing their iconic roles — each one of them was instrumental in the show’s success, creating a bond that was as solid off-screen as it was on-screen. Week after week, the cast of “Martin” delivered unforgettable...
Nowadays, content creation on digital platforms is our main source of news and entertainment. If you’re not navigating the YouTube wave in 2024, you may find yourself behind the current. In the ever-changing digital landscape, YouTube has proven to be a dominant force. From its continuous feature expansion and rapidly growing global audiences, not only are content creators achieving success, but businesses are as well. Years ago, many may have foreseen YouTube blasting off the way in which it has, becoming a lucrative platform. But there may be some who question, why? YouTube makes it effortlessly efficient for content creators to share their content with massive audiences across the globe. In addition, to there being a wide range of content to choose from. YouTube allows content creators the bandwidth and opportunity to entertain audiences, showcase their talents all while building lucrative careers and brand partnerships . There are countless YouTube users (YouTubers) who have...
In 2022, Megan Thee Stallion penned the song “Her.” It is an unapologetic anthem about authenticity, being a boss, and having complete ownership over the things in life. And considering her massive life, Gayle King personifies the song’s deeper meaning. Originally from Chevy Chase, MD, King has spent many years in front of the screen as one of journalism’s who’s who. According to PBS, King’s early work included her 18-year run as an on-air news anchor for WFSB-TV, a Hartford, CT, affiliate of CBS . During that time, she also had a syndicated daytime program. The acclaimed journalist has also partnered with her high-profile best friend, Oprah Winfrey, previously hosting “The Gayle King Show,” which aired on OWN and SiriusXM. King still works as editor at large for Oprah Daily. However, her spot as co-host on “CBS Mornings” has had the most significant impact on her career. She has engaged in several high-profile interviews, targeting major pop culture topics with people such as Tina...
Throughout the course of his career, Idris Elba has been many things. As AfroTech previously reported, the actor’s most recent title was “Knight.” In 2016, he was named an Officer of the British Empire (OBE) for his “services to drama.” He was granted the OBE in the New Years Honours, so his proper title is “Sir Idris Elba, People Magazine’s 2018 Sexiest Man Alive. ” He’s also been a producer, a director, and an investor in various projects such as a genderless skincare line. He’s inked a book deal with HarperCollins, negotiated a contract with Crunchyroll, and even proposed a way to hold social media trolls accountable for their actions. But before he did all that, he was involved in the cannabis business. And according to Complex, no less of an authority than Dave Chappelle, dropped the proverbial dime on the Internet’s favorite fantasy James Bond casting. As it turns out, Chappelle disclosed Elba’s previous side hustle on the ever-noxious Joe Rogan podcast, wherein the...
Social media personality Druski is taking his talents from comedy to sports. Boardroom reports that Fan Controlled Football (FCF) League now has a new ownership group for the club formerly known as the Wild Aces, and the online comedian is a part of it. Druski will be joining LA Chargers’ Austin Ekeler and TV host Rachel Lindsay, along with fellow newcomer Altered State Machine — a non-fungible intelligence platform. “I’m pumped to be joining FCF not only as an owner, but of the reigning champion Wild Aces,” Druski said in a statement, according to Boardroom. “I love everything about this league, and look forward to crushing this with ASM, Austin and Rachel. Hope our fans are ready to call all the shots and keep the FCF title where it belongs. This is going to be fun.”
Stephen Curry doesn’t miss — not even from the Metaverse! Following his latest victory of breaking the all-time NBA three-point record during the Golden State Warriors game against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden, Curry launched his very own non-fungible token (NFT) collection, which sold out in less than five minutes. https://cms.afrotech.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/2974sc-MainPreview.mp4 Within the first hour, the drop raised $2.1 million and all of the profits will go directly to charity including his very own foundation alongside his wife Ayesha Curry, Eat. Learn. Play. “We’re incredibly proud of Stephen for this amazing achievement,” said Chris Helfrich, CEO and President of Eat. Learn. Play., in an official press release shared with AfroTech. “We’re honored that these commemorative moments of Stephen’s brilliant career will benefit Eat. Learn. Play., where the funds raised will go directly to support our foundation’s work in improving the lives of children in...
Tiffany Haddish admits that she didn’t always make the soundest of financial decisions. Being a struggling comedian isn’t easy, to begin with, but coming from her background compounded the issue. Today, however, she makes enough money to care for her mother (who is institutionalized) and her grandmother (who has Alzheimer’s). She’s even started to invest in other businesses, such as BeGreatTV, while also serving as a mentor for children who are in foster care. She’s also passing on all the information she’s learned as the host of a new show, “Hotline Cha-Ching.” Tiffany Haddish told Yahoo that the overall goal with the streaming series is to give people like her the financial advice she never received growing up. “I want them to save their money, have an understanding of what interest rates are, how you can grow money, and how you can get the money to work for you instead of you working for the money,” she said. Despite a few starts and stops, according to Celebrity Net Worth,...
Netflix has doubled down. According to The Verge, the online streaming giant has fired the Black (and pregnant) employee who organized the upcoming Oct. 20 walkout from the company. The woman, whose identity has not been released for fear of online reprisal and harassment, also declined to speak to the press about her recent termination. Netflix’s position is that the employee in question leaked internal metrics to the press — metrics which subsequently ended up in a special report for Bloomberg. The metrics, according to the outlet, detail how much the streaming giant paid for the controversial Dave Chappelle special, “The Closer,” which is at the core of the upcoming employee walkout on the 20th. “We have let go of an employee for sharing confidential, commercially sensitive information outside the company,” Netflix confirmed in a statement to the outlet. “We understand this employee may have been motivated by disappointment and hurt with Netflix, but maintaining a culture of...
In August, comedian Damon Wayans Sr. called out Dave Chappelle in an attempt to challenge him to a comedy VERZUZ. “Do they do it with comedians?” he asked the KBXX 97.9 The Box hosts, after confirming that he didn’t keep up with all the VERZUZ battles (for shame, Damon). When the hosts asked whom he would call out in a comedy VERZUZ, he immediately named Dave Chappelle without a second thought. Aside from the fact that Chappelle would roast Wayans Sr. alive in a potential VERZUZ battle, the two comedians can’t even compare to one another. He’s a comedic legend who continues to give back to the community as a whole — as evidenced by both his commitment to good causes (such as a fundraiser for 9/11 survivors) and to his local community. Most notably, at the height of his career, Dave Chappelle walked away from his Comedy Central show, “Chappelle’s Show,” and untold millions of dollars in residuals and profits, simply because he was seeking balance in his life. “Coming here, I don’t...
In a Dave Chappelle and Damon Wayans Sr. VERZUZ battle, there’s some question as to who will win. (Our money is on Chappelle). But in a net worth battle, there can only be one clear winner. HYPEBEAST reports that during an interview with KBXX 97.9 The Box, Wayans called out the “Chappelle’s Show” creator to have a VERZUZ battle of comedy wits. “Do they do it with comedians?” he asked the hosts, after confirming that he didn’t keep up with all the VERZUZ battles (for shame, Damon). When the hosts asked whom he would call out in a comedy VERZUZ, he immediately named Dave Chappelle without a second thought. The Internet went wild with speculation about who would win in this hypothetical situation — but, ultimately, many realized that the two comedians have vastly different comedic styles ( One fan on Twitter compared the hypothetical “battle” to putting DMX in a VERZUZ against A Tribe Called Quest, and we can’t think of a more apt comparison). There’s some debate about who would be the...
It’s no secret that 2020 has been a huge year for Hip-Hop and Black culture, and it shows clearly on YouTube’s newly-released year-end trending videos and creators lists. According to YouTube’s official blog , three-time Grammy-winning comedian Dave Chappelle won big. He snagged the No. 1 spot for Top Trending Videos in the U.S. in 2020 with his exceptional special, 8:46 — the first in-person comedy set held since the pandemic hit which directly addressed the controversy surrounding George Floyd’s murder. Hip-Hop soon followed Chappelle on YouTube’s lists with artists such as Drake, Future, Megan Thee Stallion, Cardi B, Lil Baby, 42 Dugg, DaBaby, Roddy Ricch, and more completely taking over the Top Music Videos list in the U.S. Photo Credit: YouTube Drake & Future’s “Life is Good” music video topped the list collecting over 1.3 billion views and counting, while Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion’s video for their hit single “WAP,” came in at No. 5 with 300 million views so far. Rapper...