As the head and founding member of the multi-talented Wayans comedy
empire, Keenen Ivory Wayans blazed a trail as a comedic actor and
stand-up performer in the early 1980s. Though he made strides with
guest-starring roles on several popular television shows, Wayans quickly
became frustrated with the dearth of meaty comedic roles for
African-American actors.
He partnered with comedian Robert Townsend to
channel his frustrations by co-writing the scathing and hilarious
satire, "Hollywood Shuffle" (1987), which parodied the real-life
challenges he faced trying to make it in show business. From there, he
directed his first feature, "I'm Gonna Git You Sucka" (1988), which
showcased his talent for satire - particularly on issues affecting
African-American culture. But Wayans made his biggest impact on the
small screen with "In Living Color" (Fox, 1990-95).
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