Chaunté Wayans facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Chaunté Wayans |
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| Born | May 24, 1982 New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Medium | Stand-up comedy, television, film |
| Years active | 2001–present |
| Relative(s) | Keenen Ivory Wayans, Damon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Marlon Wayans, Kim Wayans |
Chaunté Wayans is an American comedian, writer, and actress. She was born on May 24, 1982, in New York City. Chaunté is a member of the famous Wayans Family, who are well-known for their work in comedy and entertainment.
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Life and Career Highlights
Starting in Entertainment
Chaunté Wayans comes from a large family of entertainers. Her relatives include famous comedians and actors like Keenen Ivory Wayans, Damon Wayans, Sr., Kim Wayans, Shawn Wayans, and Marlon Wayans. Her brother, Damien Dante Wayans, is also in the industry.
Chaunté began her career behind the scenes. She worked as a production assistant, helping with the making of movies and TV shows. This included projects like Americanizing Shelley and some of her uncles' productions, such as Scary Movie 2 and My Wife and Kids.
Moving to Acting and Comedy
Later, Chaunté started appearing on screen herself. She was featured in the TLC series Trading Spaces. In 2009, she made her first movie appearance in Dance Flick. She acted alongside several of her family members in this film.
In 2013, Chaunté joined the cast of the MTV2 television series Wild 'n Out. This show is known for its comedy sketches and freestyle rap battles. She has continued to work in both television and film, showcasing her talents as a comedian and actress.
Filmography and TV Shows
Chaunté Wayans has appeared in various films and television series. Here are some of her notable works:
- Trading Spaces (2007)
- Dance Flick (2009)
- Wild 'n Out (2013)
- They Ready (2019)
- Laff Mobb's Laff Tracks (2020)
- AJ and the Queen (2020)
- Marlon Wayans Presents: The Headliners (2022)
- Advanced Chemistry (2023)
- This Fool (2023)
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