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Affion Crockett Biography

Birth Name:Affion Scott Crockett

Birth Place:Fayetteville, North Carolina, United States

Profession Actor, Producer, Soundtrack, Writer

Fast Facts

  • Was nominated for an Acapulco Black Film Festival Award for Best Ensemble Cast for "Baggage Claim" in 2014
  • Graduated from Fayetteville State University with a degree in Business
  • First appeared on television in HBO's "Def Comedy Jam" in 1996, where he became popular for his physical comedy and impressions
  • Started out as a dancer at the age of 10, when he began winning break dancing and popping contests with his older brother
  • Made his screen acting debut as a dancer in the film "Charlie's Angels" in 2000
  • The success of his sketch and parody videos on YouTube resulted in him partnering with Russell Simmons in the online comedy series "Hustles․"
  • Has acted in films like "Never Back Down," "Soul Men," and "This Means War․"
  • Best known as an actor, writer, producer, and rapper who appeared on "Nick Cannon Presents: Wild 'N Out․"
  • Has done voice-over work on animated series like "The Boondocks" and "Robot Chicken" and in video games like "Scarface: The World Is Yours" and "EverQuest II: Desert of Flames․"

Awards

  • 2014Hollywood Award-Best Ensemble Cast: nominated