Mike Epps is an American comedian, actor and writer. Moreover, his full name is Michael Elliot Epps and he is most popular for his roles as ‘LJ’ in Resident Evil: Apocalypse in 2004 and Resident Evil: Extinction in 2007. Similarly, people also know him for his role in Next Friday and its sequel, Friday After Next. Furthermore, he is also famous among a large mass of people due to his role as ‘Black Doug’ in the 2009 comedy ‘The Hangover’. Moreover, he has exerted a great influence on the film industry for more than two decades already. His contribution as an artist is alive in different fields like comedy, movies and music.

Additionally, one of the works remembered for is providing the voice of ‘Boog’ in Open Season 2. Also, the first choice for Boog’s voice was Martin Lawrence, however, he was replaced. Additionally, acting Epps also served as a producer. For 2010, Epps was the executive producer of the documentary Napoleon: Life of an Outlaw. The documentary focused on the life story of a former member of Tupac Shakur’s Outlawz.

MIKE EPPS: EARLY CHILDHOOD, EDUCATION AND FAMILY

The actor was born to parents Mary Reed and Tommy Epps on November 18, 1970 in Indianapolis, Indiana. During his childhood, he spent a lot of time with his sisters Mariah Epps, Bria Epps and Makayla Epps. However, as an adult, he decided to move to Brooklyn in order to pursue his career as a stand-up comedian. Arriving in Brooklyn in 1994, he took part in the Def Comedy Jam. Eventually, Epps found himself on the Def Comedy Jam tour and appeared on two HBO’s Def Comedy Jam shows.

Also, there are no details about his degree.

MIKE EPPS: CAREER AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS

After joining the Def Comedy Jam tour in 1995, Epps began his professional career as a stand-up comedian. He then appeared on two of HBO’s Def Comedy Jam shows. Although his stand-up comedy was highly praised by many, critics and disability activists however criticized him for insulting physically and mentally handicapped children.

Apart from comedy, he has also worked on films. He made his acting debut in Vin Diesel’s 1997 drama debut, ‘Strays’. In 1999, Epps replaced Chris Tucker in the sequel, Next Friday, as the Ice Cube co-star. Likewise, in the 2001 film, he voiced the character of Sonny the Bear in the movie ‘Doctor Dolittle 2’. Epps also starred as comedic pimp Baby Powder in How Big, starring Method Man and Redman. Likewise, after three years in 2002, Epps reunited with Ice Cube. Likewise, he also featured in the 2012 remake of Sparkle alongside Jordin Sparks and Whitney Houston.

Additionally, the multi-talented Epps was also active in music. He had a small role in the 2007 song A Bay Bay by Hurricane Chris, where he performed the Rick James dance. Similarly, he also appeared in the Westside Connection music video ‘Gangsta Country’. Additionally, Epps also did a song with Pooh Bear called ‘Trying to Be a Gangsta’.

MIKE EPPS: PERSONAL LIFE AND WIFE

The actor is married to OWN Network executive and Iyanla: Repair My Life producer ‘Kyra Robinson’. The couple married in June 2019 in Newport Beach, California. Epps was previously married in July 2006 to Mechelle McCain, but the former couple divorced for personal reasons in September 2017. Epps and his ex-wife McCain lived together in Beverly Hills, California.

MIKE EPPS: NET WORTH AND SOCIAL MEDIA

The multi-talented actor has a total net worth of US$4 million. His main source of income is his profession as an actor and comedian. Likewise, talking about its availability on social media, it is not available on any.

MIKE EPPS: BODY MEASUREMENTS

The 50-year-old actor is pretty good at looking at his looks. Moreover, he has charming facial features, beautiful dark eyes, and chocolate skin. In addition, he is 1.83 meters tall and weighs around 88 kg. Also, his other measurements are 40-32-37.