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David Alan Grier (born June 30, 1956) is an American comedian and actor. Known for his roles on stage and screen, Grier gained popularity playing multiple roles in the American sketch comedy television series In Living Color (1990–1994) and Reverend Leon Lonnie Love on the Fox comedy series Martin (1993–1997).
IMDb profile of David Alan Grier, a comedian and actor who starred in In Living Color, A Soldier's Play, The Wiz Live, and more. See his biography, awards, credits, photos, videos, and upcoming projects.
- January 1, 1
- 1.87 m
- Detroit, Michigan, USA
David Alan Grier. Actor: Joe Pickett. David Alan Grier was born in Detroit, Michigan, to Aretas Ruth (Dudley), a schoolteacher, and William Henry Grier, a psychiatrist and writer. He trained in Shakespeare at Yale University, where he received an MFA from the Yale School of Drama.
- June 30, 1956
Apr 14, 2023 · David Alan Grier Always Knew He Could Do It All. The Tony winner and comedy legend reflects on a wild, 40-year-plus acting career—all leading to this moment. By David Canfield. April 14,...
Mar 25, 2024 · Listen to the actor's interview with host Kai Wright, where he talks about his roles in \"The First,\" \"In Living Color,\" \"The Color Purple\" and more. He also reflects on his past work and his place in the industry as a Black performer.
Jun 7, 2021 · The actor and comedian talks about his career, from In Living Color to Jamie Foxx's Netflix show, and his views on social media and LGBTQ humor. He also reveals how he landed a role in Queen Sugar and why he turned down a movie offer.
Mar 16, 2024 · Flipboard. Email. David Alan Grier joins Paula Poundstone, Mo Rocca, and Adam Burke to talk his new movie, announcing at the Oscars, and why you didn't see him in Forrest Gump.Get access to...
