Lavell Crawford, a prominent figure in the world of comedy, is swiftly rising through the ranks to establish himself as one of the industry's leading stars. Born in St. Louis, Lavell recently returned to his hometown to film a new one-hour special, "Can A Brother Get Some Love?", which premiered on Comedy Central and was released on DVD by Entertainment One. Adding to his impressive resume, he filmed an episode of "Workaholics" for Comedy Central and landed a recurring role on the critically acclaimed AMC series "Breaking Bad." Lavell's presence on television extends to regular appearances as a panelist on E! Entertainment's "Chelsea Lately" and performances on "Lopez Tonight," where he participates in various comedy sketches. His numerous television appearances and energetic touring schedule have endeared him to audiences nationwide, spotlighting his immense talent. Crawford first gained national attention on NBC's "Last Comic Standing," where his performance earned him a holding deal with the network. Comedy Central also recognized his potential, producing his own half-hour standup special, "Comedy Central Presents: Lavell Crawford," which aired in early 2009. Lavell's standout performances include spots on "Shaquille O'Neal Presents: All Star Comedy Jam," "Russell Simmons' Def Comedy Jam," "Showtime at the Apollo," "Martin Lawrence Presents 1st Amendment," "Comic's Unleashed with Byron Allen," "Steve Harvey's Big Time," "Comedy Central's Premium Blend," "Motown Live," and BET's "Comic View." His film credits include roles in "Baby's Mama Drama," "Beverlyhood," and "Ghetto South Problems." Lavell's acting prowess extends to the stage, where he played Ben in "Men Cry in the Dark," and the scene-stealing Bobby in "Friends and Lovers," a production featuring stars like Miguel Nunez, Leon, Monica Calhoun, Mel Jackson, and Maia Campbell. Lavell Crawford's robust fan base and his performances at theaters, comedy clubs, and colleges across the country underscore his widespread appeal. He has also graced the stages of major comedy festivals, including HBO's US Comedy Arts Festival, The Comedy Festival, and LAFFAPALOOZA, America's longest-running annual urban comedy festival. With his unique comedic style and relatable humor, Lavell continues to captivate audiences around the world.