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Doc Shaw
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Shaw in May 2010
Born
Larramie Cortez Shaw

(1992-04-24) April 24, 1992 (age 33)
Other names Doc
Occupation Actor
Years active 2006–present

Larramie Cortez "Doc" Shaw is an American actor born on April 24, 1992. He is famous for playing Malik Payne in Tyler Perry's House of Payne. He also starred as Marcus Little in The Suite Life on Deck and King Boomer in Pair of Kings.

Doc Shaw's Early Life and Career Beginnings

Doc Shaw was born in Atlanta, Georgia. When he was younger, he appeared in many advertisements. He was in both print ads and TV commercials. This helped him get started in the entertainment world.

Becoming Malik Payne

In 2006, Doc Shaw got a big role. He was cast as Malik Payne in the TV show Tyler Perry's House of Payne. This show aired on the TBS channel. Malik started as a smart preteen who often got into funny trouble. As the show went on, his character grew up. Doc Shaw played Malik for many years. The show even returned in 2020, and he continued his role.

Awards and Recognition

Doc Shaw was recognized for his talent early on. In 2008, he was a presenter at the 39th annual NAACP Image Awards. This is a special event that celebrates achievements by people of color in entertainment.

Doc Shaw on Disney Channel and Disney XD

Doc Shaw became even more well-known through his work with Disney.

Joining The Suite Life on Deck

In 2009, Doc Shaw joined the cast of the Disney Channel show The Suite Life on Deck. He appeared in the second season, starting with the episode "Roomies" on October 16, 2009. He played a character named Marcus Little. Marcus was a former Grammy Award winner whose music career had ended. Doc Shaw's last episode on The Suite Life on Deck was on August 20, 2010.

Starring in Pair of Kings

After The Suite Life on Deck, Doc Shaw got another main role. He starred in Pair of Kings on Disney XD. He acted alongside Mitchel Musso, who was also in Hannah Montana. In Pair of Kings, Doc Shaw played King Boomer Parker.

Doc Shaw's Music Debut

Doc Shaw also showed his musical talent on Pair of Kings. He sang and rapped on the show's theme song, "Top of the World." Mitchel Musso also performed on the song. "Top of the World" was played on Radio Disney starting September 10, 2010.

Doc Shaw's Acting Roles

Doc Shaw has acted in both movies and television shows.

Movies

Doc Shaw has lent his voice and appeared in several films.

Year Title Role
2008 Open Season 2 Additional voices
2010 Nobody Loves Me Big D
2012 Thunderstruck Mitch
2014 Dawn of the Planet of the Apes Ash

Television Shows

He has been a main character in popular TV series.

Year Title Role Notes
2006–2012,
2020–present
Tyler Perry's House of Payne Malik Payne Main role
2007 The King of Queens Reilly Special guest
2009–2010 The Suite Life on Deck Marcus Little/Lil' Little Main role (seasons 2–3)
2010–2013 Pair of Kings King Boomer Parker Lead role
2013 Emily Owens, M.D. Ethan Gorgia Episode: "Emily and... The Teapot"
2014 See Dad Run Robbie Episode: "See Dad Run Into Marcus' Nephew"
2018 The Paynes Malik Payne 3 episodes

Music Performances

Doc Shaw has also recorded music for his acting projects.

Year Title Other Artists
2010 "Top of the World" Mitchel Musso

External Links

  • Doc Shaw's Official Website: http://www.docshaw.com

See also

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