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Kim Wayans: Biography, Facts and Career

Who is Kim Wayans? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

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Kimberly Nichole Wayans ( WAY-ənz; born October 16, 1961) is an American actress, comedian and director. Having made her television debut as Allison in the first season of The Cosby Show spin-off A Different World, she became known for her numerous roles on the Fox sketch comedy series In Living Color (1990–1993) and as Tonia Harris on the NBC/UPN sitcom In the House (1995–1998). Wayans starred as Audrey in the drama film Pariah, for which she was nominated for two Black Reel Awards and an NAACP Image Award in 2012. Wayans has directed episodes for shows such as the sitcoms My Wife and Kids and The Neighborhood as well as the Disney Channel original series Bunk'd and Just Roll with It. She is the sister of Keenen Ivory Wayans, Damon Wayans, Shawn Wayans and Marlon Wayans, and aunt of Damon Wayans Jr., among others.

Quick facts about Kim Wayans

  • Full name: Kim Wayans
  • Born: 1961-10-16
  • Nationality: United States
  • Known as: Actor
  • Wikidata ID: Q456199

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Who is Kim Wayans?

Kimberly Nichole Wayans ( WAY-ənz; born October 16, 1961) is an American actress, comedian and director.

What nationality is Kim Wayans?

Kim Wayans is United States.

When was Kim Wayans born?

Kim Wayans was born on 1961-10-16.

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