Marlon Wayans is a multifaceted entertainer, renowned for his work as an actor, producer, comedian, writer, and film director. With a career spanning several decades, his films have collectively grossed more than $736 million at the domestic box office, averaging nearly $50 million per release. Apart from his achievements in film, Wayans is also a successful stand-up comedian, consistently selling out venues nationwide and frequently adding shows due to popular demand. Wayans took on a new challenge with the NBC sitcom "Marlon," a show loosely based on his life. The series is a family comedy about a loving yet immature father committed to co-parenting his two children with his composed ex-wife, played by Essence Atkins. "Marlon" premiered on August 16, bringing Wayans's unique humor and personal experiences to television audiences. In addition to his television work, Wayans starred in the Netflix film "NAKED," which premiered on August 11. The romantic comedy, inspired by the Swedish film "NAKEN," co-stars Regina Hall and reunites Wayans with director Michael Tiddes. Wayans, also a writer and producer on the movie, plays Rob Anderson, a charming man-child who finds himself waking up naked in an elevator on his wedding day, reliving the hour before the ceremony repeatedly. Another notable film by Wayans is "FIFTY SHADES OF BLACK," released in January 2016. He starred in, wrote, and executive-produced the film, which was directed by Michael Tiddes and co-starred Mike Epps and Kali Hawk. Wayans also demonstrated his comedic prowess in "A HAUNTED HOUSE 2," a sequel he produced, which continued to spoof the "found footage" horror genre. On the small screen, Wayans hosted NBC's "I Can Do That!," a comedy/variety series that challenged celebrities to showcase new entertainment skills. He also starred in and created TBS's comedy competition series "Funniest Wins." In 2014, he reunited with his brothers Keenan, Damon, and Shawn Wayans for a national comedy tour, marking their first stand-up tour together in years. Expanding his reach beyond traditional media, Wayans co-launched the online venture "What The Funny" with internet entrepreneur and Funny Or Die co-founder Randy Adams. The platform provides urban comedy content from both established and emerging talents. Wayans is widely recognized for his role as Marcus Copeland in the hit comedy "WHITE CHICKS," alongside Shawn Wayans, Jamie King, and Terry Crews. Directed by Keenen Ivory Wayans, the film was a box office success. He also appeared in "SCARY MOVIE" and "SCARY MOVIE 2," both directed by Keenen Ivory Wayans, further cementing his status as a prominent figure in comedic spoofs. His diverse filmography includes roles in "MO’ MONEY," "ABOVE THE RIM," "DON’T BE A MENACE TO SOUTH CENTRAL WHILE DRINKING YOUR JUICE IN THE HOOD," "THE SIXTH MAN," "SENSELESS," "DUNGEONS & DRAGONS," and Darren Aronofsky's acclaimed drama "REQUIEM FOR A DREAM." He has worked with prestigious directors like The Coen Brothers in "THE LADYKILLERS," opposite Tom Hanks, and shared the screen with top talent in "THE HEAT" with Sandra Bullock and Melissa McCarthy. Further showcasing his versatility, Wayans appeared on several television programs including Fox’s "In Living Color," Adult Swim’s "Childrens Hospital," BET's "Second Generation Wayans," and The WB's "The Wayans Bros." His work on "The Wayans Bros." held the distinction of being the highest-rated comedy on the network. Through his diverse roles and projects, Marlon Wayans has solidified his place as a significant figure in the entertainment industry, continually bringing laughter to audiences through his captivating performances and creative endeavors.