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<h2>Early Life and Background</h2>
<p>Anthony Anderson was born in 1970 in Los Angeles, California. His mother, Doris Hancox, worked as a telephone operator and was also an aspiring actress. He was raised by his mother and stepfather, Sterling Bowman, a native of Little Rock, Arkansas, who moved to Los Angeles, worked in the steel mill industry, and later opened a chain of clothing stores. Through DNA analysis, Anderson discovered that his ancestral roots trace back to the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bubi_people">Bubi</a> people of Equatorial Guinea.</p>

<h2>Education and Early Career</h2>
<p>Anderson attended Hollywood High School’s Performing Arts Magnet, where he began honing his skills in acting and performance. He later enrolled at Howard University to further pursue his craft. Early in his career, Anderson trained with notable figures such as <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ossie_Davis">Ossie Davis</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ruby_Dee">Ruby Dee</a>, and <a href="/biography/avery-brooks">Avery Brooks</a>. Although his first attempt at stand-up comedy was unsuccessful, the experience led him to meet <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guy_Torry">comedian</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guy_Torry">Guy Torry</a>. The two became close friends and later appeared together in the film <em>Life</em>, starring <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eddie_Murphy">Eddie Murphy</a>.</p>

<h2>Television Career</h2>
<p>Anthony Anderson gained initial prominence with the sitcom <em>All About the Andersons</em>, which was loosely based on his own life. He also had a recurring role in the final season of <em>The Bernie Mac Show</em>. Notably, he portrayed NYPD Detective Kevin Bernard in the long-running crime series <em>Law & Order</em> and had a notable role in <em>The Shield</em>. He received critical acclaim for his lead role in the crime drama series <em>K-Ville</em>.</p>

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<h2><em>Black-ish</em> and Continued Success</h2>
<p>Since 2014, Anderson has starred as Andre "Dre" Johnson in the ABC sitcom <em>Black-ish</em>, alongside <a href="/biography/laurence-fishburne">Laurence Fishburne</a> and <a href="/biography/tracee-ellis-ross">Tracee Ellis Ross</a>. In addition to acting, he also serves as an executive producer on the series. His performance earned him multiple Primetime Emmy Award nominations for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series. <em>Black-ish</em>, which airs on Wednesday nights, has received praise for its blend of humor and commentary on social issues.</p>

<h2>Film Roles</h2>
<p>Anderson has appeared in numerous feature films across a range of genres. His film credits include <em>Me, Myself & Irene</em>, <em>The Departed</em>, <em>Agent Cody Banks</em>, <em>Johnny English Reborn</em> (also known as <em>Destination London</em>), <em>Transformers</em>, and <em>Scream 4</em>. These roles have showcased his versatility as both a comedic and dramatic actor.</p>

<h2>Guest Appearances and Additional TV Work</h2>
<p>In addition to his leading roles, Anderson has made guest appearances on numerous television series such as <em><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ally_McBeal">Ally McBeal</a></em>, <em>In the House</em>, <em>Malcolm & Eddie</em>, and <em>NYPD Blue</em>. He also had a recurring role on <em>’Til Death</em>. In the late 1990s, he played Teddy Broadis on the teen-oriented series <em>Hang Time</em>. Anderson once served as a guest judge on <em>Iron Chef America</em>, airing on Food Network, further showcasing his wide-ranging television presence.</p>

<h2>Personal Life and Health</h2>
<p>Anderson married his college sweetheart, Alvina, in 1995. The couple has two children, Nathan and Kyra. In 2015, it was reported that Alvina filed for divorce after 20 years of marriage. Anthony Anderson has spoken publicly about living with Type 2 diabetes. Since his diagnosis, he has become a prominent advocate for diabetes awareness and lifestyle changes, including participating in a weight loss program to manage his condition.</p>

<h2>Net Worth and Public Perception</h2>
<p>As of recent estimates, Anthony Anderson has a net worth of approximately $18 million. He stands 5 feet 10 inches tall. Despite an occasional celebrity death hoax, Anderson remains very much alive and continues to be active in the entertainment industry.</p>

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