Born in the same Brooklyn, NY hospital where most of his seven brothers and one sister entered the world, Tony Rock brought laughter into the world from the start. Growing up in one of the toughest neighborhoods in New York City, he developed a natural talent for entertaining, shaped by the vibrant and sometimes harsh reality around him. “On a daily basis I’d see a dozen characters (and I emphasize the word characters)," Tony recalls. "One moment, I’d be fighting for my life. The next minute, I’d be laughing hysterically. There’s a lot of drama in the city and I took it all in.” Over the years, Tony has established himself as a comedian and actor with a reputation as a star on the rise. The Hollywood Reporter took note of his talent, tagging him as one of the hot young talents to emerge from New York. Tony Rock's acting career includes diverse roles. He recently completed filming “Three Can Play That Game” alongside Vivica Fox in Atlanta and wrapped his fourth season of the CW series “All of Us,” portraying the character Dirk Black. His film credits also include roles in “Life Support” with Queen Latifah, and “Homie Spumoni” featuring Whoopi Goldberg and Joey Fatone. In addition to his work in film and television, Tony is the charismatic host of TV One’s “The Funny Spot.” His stand-up comedy prowess was highlighted on the revival of “Def Comedy Jam” on HBO. Tony also showcased his hosting skills on “Can You Tell?” on Oxygen, and served as a feature reporter on “Battlebots.” He’s made appearances on popular platforms such as Howard Stern, Extra, and Craig Kilborn. Tony Rock continues to captivate audiences in comedy clubs across the country, with headlining performances at renowned venues like Caroline’s, the Apollo, the Laugh Factory, and the Comedy Store. His dynamic presence and ability to connect with diverse audiences underscore his place as a standout comedian and actor.