About
Kevin Hart, born July 6, 1979, in Philadelphia, is an American comedian, actor, and producer. He began in stand-up at amateur nights while working as a shoe salesman. His specials, including Laugh at My Pain (2011) and What Now? (2016), were highly successful. In film, he gained recognition with comedies like Think Like a Man (2012) and the Jumanji franchise. He created the parody series Real Husbands of Hollywood and received the Mark Twain Prize in 2024. He leads the media company Hartbeat.
* 1979-07-06
Major works
- I'm a Grown Little Man (2009)stand-up special
- Laugh at My Pain (2011)stand-up special
- What Now? (2016)stand-up special
- Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017)film
- Real Husbands of Hollywood (2013)TV series
Key milestones
- 2016Receives a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
- 2024Receives the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, becoming the youngest recipient.
- 2019Survives a serious car accident requiring back surgery.
Themes
Autobiographical humorFamily relationshipsPerseveranceMale friendshipSuccess and fame
Sources: britannica.com · walkoffame.com · biography.com