Tracy Morgan

Date of Birth: November 10, 1968

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

Biography

Tracy Morgan is an American actor and comedian known for his work on the television shows “Saturday Night Live” (SNL) and “30 Rock.” Born in Brooklyn, New York, Morgan’s career began in stand-up comedy, leading to his breakthrough role as a cast member on SNL from 1996 to 2003. His unique comedic style and memorable characters, such as Brian Fellow and Astronaut Jones, made him a fan favorite. After leaving SNL, Morgan joined the cast of “30 Rock,” where he played the eccentric actor Tracy Jordan, a role that earned him critical acclaim and several award nominations. Morgan has also appeared in numerous films, including “The Longest Yard” (2005), “Cop Out” (2010), and “The Boxtrolls” (2014). In 2014, he was critically injured in a car accident but made a remarkable recovery, returning to comedy and acting. His resilience and humor have continued to endear him to audiences worldwide.

5 Interesting Facts about Tracy Morgan

1. Tracy Morgan was discovered by Martin Lawrence, who gave him his first break in show business.

2. He published a memoir titled “I Am the New Black” in 2009, which details his life and career.

3. Morgan was awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2018.

4. He survived a near-fatal car accident in 2014, which left him in a coma for two weeks.

5. Tracy Morgan’s character on “30 Rock” was loosely based on his own life and personality.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Tracy Morgan

1. “Life smacks you in the back of the head and says, ‘I’m not done yet.’”

2. “Comedy is a way to make sense of chaos and darkness.”

3. “I don’t get bitter, I just get better.”

4. “I tell people all the time, ‘Stand-up is my therapy. I get to get up there and talk about my issues and life.’”

5. “When you can laugh at yourself, you are free.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth Tracy Morgan achieved is estimated to be around $70 million.

Children

Tracy Morgan has four children. He has three sons, Gitrid, Malcolm, and Tracy Jr., from his first marriage to Sabina Morgan. He also has a daughter, Maven Sonae Morgan, with his second wife, Megan Wollover.