Shawn Wayans is a comedian, actor, TV producer, DJ, and film producer. He has even won a BET Award that has greatly gained him recognition. Besides all the reputation that Shawn Wayans enjoys, he is also wealthy and his net worth is $30 million. Shawn Wayans also has a brother who is also in the limelight as an actor. The brothers have starred in “The Wayans Bros” WB sitcom from 1995 to 1999. Stick around as we discuss Shawn Wayans. We will begin with his biography then talk about his career. Lastly, we will talk about his net worth.
Who is Shawn Wayans?
Shawn was born in New York City on January 19, 1971. Shawn Wayans is popular for being part of the Wayans family. He comes from a family recognized for being the largest Hollywood family in terms of career success as comedians.
Shawn’s parents are Elvira and Howell Stouten Wayans. His father was a supermarket manager while his mother was a homemaker. Shawn has six siblings and they are; Marion, Keenen, Kim, Damon, Nadia, and Elvira Wayans.
Shawn grew up with his siblings in New York City and it’s there that he started his education. He attended Bayard Rustin High school but other details on his educational background remain unknown.
Career Life of Shawn Wayans
To be born and raised in a family ventured in Hollywood, made it easy for Shawn to get his feet into the same. In fact, his debut into film was coincidental with that of his brother Keenen. He made his debut in the “I’m Gonna Get You Sucka” film in 1988. Moreover, he was already gaining an audience as the resident DJ in the “In Living Color” from 1990 to 1994. In this sketch comedy show, Shawn was in it with his brother Keenen.
Shawn was also involved in other projects that didn’t involve the Wayans. For instance, you will find him in the “New Blood” (1999). Notably, his projects with his family are the key factor in his career success and earnings.
Shawn Wayans got more recognition after he got a leading role in “The Wayans Bros” between 1995 to 1999. He was in it with his brother Marion and over the four seasons of the sitcom, Shawn managed to enjoy maximum attention and fame.
Shawn has also co-writen and co-produced other films. Still, he has guest-starred on different shows and even played as a voice-actor.
Shawn Wayans’ Net Worth and Career Awards
The Wayans’ are enjoying successful careers and Shawn hasn’t been left behind. Throughout his career, Shawn has received different awards, In 2004, he won a BET Comedy Award for Outstanding writing and this came from his work in the “White Chicks” Box Office.
He also has a TV Land Award that he won in 2012. Shawn also has some negative awards, such as the 2006 “The Stinkers Bad Movie Award” from the Little Man film.
Thanks to his career, Shawn Wayans is enjoying a net worth of $30 million.
