Mark Curry is an American actor and comedian best known for his role as Mark Cooper on the ABC sitcom Hangin’ with Mr. Cooper. He has also had roles in films such as House Party 3 and Houseguest, and has made numerous appearances on television shows such as The Jamie Foxx Show, Living Single and That’s So Raven. Curry has also made a name for himself in stand-up comedy, performing on shows such as The Tonight Show, Late Night with Conan O’Brien and Comic Relief.
Early Life
Mark Curry was born on June 1, 1961 in Oakland, California. He began performing stand-up comedy in the late 1980s, and quickly gained popularity for his unique brand of humor. After appearing on the HBO comedy special One Night Stand in 1989, he was cast in the ABC sitcom Hangin’ with Mr. Cooper. The show ran for five seasons from 1992 to 1997, and was a huge success.
Curry also made appearances in films such as House Party 3, Houseguest and Fakin’ Da Funk. He also made guest appearances on television shows such as The Jamie Foxx Show, Living Single and That’s So Raven.
Career Highlights
Curry has had an extensive career in stand-up comedy, appearing on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Late Night with Conan O’Brien and Comic Relief. He has also appeared in a number of television commercials. He has appeared in films such as The Perfect Storm, The Replacements and The Wedding Planner.
Most recently, Curry has been a recurring guest on the ABC sitcom Black-ish. In 2017, he co-hosted the game show Catch 21. He also hosted the short-lived game show Celebrity Name Game in 2014.
Personal Life
Curry is married to his wife, Jennifer, and has two children. He is an active philanthropist, and has been involved with charities such as the Make-A-Wish Foundation and the United Negro College Fund. He is also a Christian and has spoken publicly about his faith.
Mark Curry is an accomplished actor, comedian and philanthropist. He has achieved great success in his career and continues to be a beloved figure in the entertainment industry. He is an inspiration to many, and his work will continue to be remembered for many years to come.
