Date of Birth: October 30, 1961
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Biography
Larry Wilmore is an American comedian, writer, producer, and actor known for his sharp wit and insightful social commentary. Born in Los Angeles, California, Wilmore began his career as a stand-up comedian and writer before transitioning into television. He gained widespread recognition as the “Senior Black Correspondent” on “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart,” where he delivered satirical takes on race and politics. Wilmore created and produced the critically acclaimed sitcom “The Bernie Mac Show,” which earned him an Emmy Award. In 2015, he hosted “The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore” on Comedy Central, providing a fresh perspective on current events and social issues. Wilmore has also written for and produced several other popular television shows, including “In Living Color,” “The PJs,” and “Black-ish.”
5 Interesting Facts about Larry Wilmore
1. Larry Wilmore was the creator and executive producer of “The Bernie Mac Show,” which won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series in 2002.
2. He served as the host of the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in 2016, where his performance sparked both praise and controversy.
3. Before becoming a well-known television personality, Wilmore studied theatre at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, but dropped out to pursue a career in comedy.
4. Wilmore co-created and produced the animated sitcom “The PJs” with Eddie Murphy.
5. He has made guest appearances on several popular TV shows, including “The Office,” “The Simpsons,” and “Happy Endings.”
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Larry Wilmore
1. “The thing about comedy is you have to have a point of view, and you have to have something to say.”
2. “Comedy is a great medium for talking about serious issues without preaching.”
3. “I believe in speaking truth to power, but I also believe in making people laugh while doing it.”
4. “Satire is a powerful tool because it forces people to think critically about the world around them.”
5. “If we can laugh together, we can learn together.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Larry Wilmore’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $3 million.
Children
Larry Wilmore has two children, a son named John Wilmore and a daughter named Lauren Wilmore.
Relevant Links
1. [Larry Wilmore on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0929555/
2. [Larry Wilmore’s Twitter](https://twitter.com/larrywilmore
3. [Larry Wilmore on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Larry_Wilmore
4. [The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore](https://www.cc.com/shows/the-nightly-show
5. [Larry Wilmore’s Profile on Comedy Central](https://www.cc.com/comedians/larry-wilmore
