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Luenell at the 79th Annual Academy Awards Children Uniting Nations/Billboard afterparty in February 2007
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Luenell Campbell

(1959-03-12) March 12, 1959 (age 66)
Occupation Comedian, actress
Years active 1993–present
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Luenell Campbell, known simply as Luenell, is a funny American comedian and actress. She was born on March 12, 1959, in Tollette, Arkansas. Luenell is famous for her stand-up comedy and for acting in many movies and TV shows.

Luenell's Career Journey

Luenell started her career in the early 1990s. She was often seen on a TV show called Soul Beat TV. This show was on a cable station in Oakland, California. She worked with a well-known journalist named Chauncey Bailey on the program.

In 2006, Luenell acted in the popular comedy movie Borat. It was a funny movie that looked like a documentary. This role helped her become even more well-known.

Acting in Movies

Luenell has appeared in many different movies. She often plays funny and memorable characters. Some of her movie roles include:

  • The Rock (1996)
  • Borat (2006)
  • Think Like a Man (2012)
  • That's My Boy (2012)
  • Hotel Transylvania (2012) where she voiced the Shrunken Heads.
  • Taken 2 (2012)
  • A Star Is Born (2018)
  • Dolemite Is My Name (2019)
  • Coming 2 America (2021)

Roles on Television

Luenell has also been a guest star or had recurring roles on many TV shows. She has shown her comedic talent in various series. Some of her TV appearances include:

  • Nash Bridges (1996)
  • The Tracy Morgan Show (2004)
  • Californication (2009-2014)
  • The Boondocks (2010), where she voiced Nellie Ruckus.
  • It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2011)
  • The Middle (2011)
  • Black Dynamite (2014)
  • The Real Housewives of Atlanta (2015)
  • Black Jesus (2015, 2019)
  • Lopez (2017)
  • The Last O.G. (2020)
  • Power Book II: Ghost (2020)
  • Dad Stop Embarrassing Me! (2021)
  • Hacks (2021-2022)
  • Celebrity Wheel of Fortune (2022) as a contestant.

Luenell's Personal Life

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Luenell in December 2010

Luenell is married to her husband, whom she sometimes calls Mr. Rarely. They got married on June 18, 2001. She also has a daughter named Da'Nelle.

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See also

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