Al Shearer facts for kids
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Al Shearer
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Other names | Hits |
Spouse(s) | Niresha Kalaichelvam |
Al Shearer (born August 14, 1977) is an American actor and television host. He is well-known for his funny personality and his work on TV shows. Many people know him from the MTV series Punk'd, where he helped play pranks on celebrities. He was also famous as "Hits," the host of the BET show Hits from the Street. Al Shearer also acted in the 2006 Disney movie Glory Road, where he played the character Nevil Shed.
About Al Shearer
Al Shearer was born in Columbus, Ohio. He started his career at BET as a host for a show called "Game Room." Later, he became a correspondent for the teen show, Teen Summit, where he reported from Washington, D.C. He also worked as a morning radio host for a hip-hop show at WPGC-FM/AM in Washington, D.C..
His Personality and Work
Al Shearer is known for his energetic and funny personality. He often shows this playful side both on and off camera. He has also appeared in commercials, including one for Reebok with 2000 NBA Rookie of the Year, Steve Francis.
Al Shearer studied Broadcast Journalism at Howard University. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree there. Today, he lives in the Los Angeles area. He has also hosted the BET prank show, Played by Fame. Al Shearer is married to Niresha Kalaichelvam, who is a model and actress.
Al Shearer's Acting Roles
Al Shearer has appeared in many movies and TV shows. Here are some of his roles:
Year | Title | Role |
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2019 | How High 2 | I Need Money |
2019 | Kevin Hart's Guide to Black History | Robert Smalls |
2018 | A Stone Cold Christmas | Al The Security Guard |
2017 | Face Value | Team Captain |
2015 | Black Jesus | Mike |
2014 | Family Time | Himself |
2014 | According to Him + Her | Reenactment |
2012 | Al Shearer: The Other Black Guy Running for President in 2012 | himself |
2012 | Belizean James: No Gold Anything | Himself |
2012 | GGN: Snoop Dogg's Double G Network | Hits From the Street |
2008 | The Hustle | Freddy |
2008 | Black Poker Stars Invitational | Himself |
2008 | CSI: Crime Scene Investigation | Dale D |
2006 | Glory Road | Nevil Shed |
2005 | Who's Your Daddy? (TV) | Ray/Fake Dad |
2003 | Honey | Bar Customer |
2003 | Total Request Live | Himself |
2003 | Punk'd | Undercover Agent/Under Cover Agent/UnderCover Agent/Ashton's 'assistant' |
2003 | Urban ...: Blood ... | D |
2001 | How High | I Need Money |
2000 | Hits from the Street | Hits |
See also
In Spanish: Al Shearer para niños