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<h2>Early Life and Education</h2>
<p>Born on July 8, 1981, in Oakland, California, Lance Darnell Gross spent most of his childhood in the Golden State. He attended Bonanza High School, where he was a standout student and athlete. In his final year, he was crowned Prom King, a testament to his popularity and charisma. Gross excelled in athletics, particularly football and track and field, earning him a full athletic scholarship to Howard University.</p>
<p>At Howard, he pursued a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theater while continuing to develop his athletic talents. Despite an opportunity to pursue a professional career in track and field, Gross chose to follow his passion for acting. Following his graduation, he refined his acting skills through professional training at the Ivanna Chubbuck Studio and the Tasha Smith Acting Studio.</p>
<p>Gross is of mixed ethnicity, with a Ghanaian father and an <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/African_Americans">African American</a> mother, a heritage he proudly embraces.</p>

<h2>Modeling and Music Video Appearances</h2>
<p>Lance Gross's entertainment career gained early momentum when he was discovered by <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Karl_Kani">fashion designer</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Karl_Kani">Karl Kani</a> at a BET event. This encounter led to numerous modeling opportunities. He also appeared in music videos alongside major artists such as <a href="/biography/mariah-carey">Mariah Carey</a> and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rihanna">Rihanna</a>, gaining further exposure in the entertainment industry.</p>

<h2>Breakthrough with Tyler Perry’s House of Payne</h2>
<p>Gross's acting breakthrough came in 2007 when he was cast as Calvin Payne in <a href="/biography/tyler-perry">Tyler Perry</a>’s hit television series, <i>House of Payne</i>. The role earned him widespread recognition and became a cornerstone of his acting career. His performance positioned him as one of the leading <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/African_Americans">African American</a> actors in television at the time.</p>

<h2>Television Roles and Continued Acting Success</h2>
<p>Following his success in <i>House of Payne</i>, Gross expanded his television career with a variety of roles. In 2012, he played Sammy Desoto in <i>Steel Magnolias</i>. He also starred as Derek in <i>Dice City</i> (2013) and appeared in the long-running series <i>Grey’s Anatomy</i> in 2015 as Ethan. In 2014, he took on the lead role of Agent Marcus Finley in <i>Crisis</i>, and the following year portrayed <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dan_Reynolds">Daniel Reynolds</a> in <i>Sleepy Hollow</i>.</p>
<p>His guest appearances include roles in series such as <i>Choir Member</i> (2006) as Eve, <i>The Bernie Mac Show</i> (2006) as Krumper, <i>The Finder</i> (2012) as Frank Hoywood, and <i>Royal Pains</i> (2012) as Dr. London.</p>

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<h2>Film Career and Notable Movie Roles</h2>
<p>Gross's film career began in 2008 when he was cast as Michael Brown in <i>Meet the Browns</i>. He went on to star in several films, including <i>Our Family Wedding</i> (2010) as Marcus Boyd, <i>The Last Fall</i> (2012) as Kyle Bishop, and <i>Temptation: Confessions of a Marriage Counselor</i> (2013) as Brice. He also appeared in the film <i>Phenom</i> as Lee Brooks.</p>
<p>In 2017, Gross was slated to star as Jason Foster in the drama film <i>Deuces</i>, further expanding his portfolio of lead roles in both drama and romance genres.</p>

<h2>Personal Life and Family</h2>
<p>On May 23, 2015, Lance Gross married Rebecca Jefferson, a professional fashion stylist. The couple are proud parents to a daughter, Berkeley Brynn Gross, who was born on November 20, 2014. </p>
<p>Prior to his marriage, Gross was engaged to model and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eva_Marcille">actress</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eva_Marcille">Eva Marcille</a>. The engagement ended in 2010, but both have continued with successful respective careers in the entertainment industry.</p>

<h2>Net Worth and Legacy</h2>
<p>As of recent estimates, Lance Gross's net worth is approximately $1.5 million. His successful career in television, film, and modeling has earned him a respected place in the entertainment industry. In addition to his talent, Gross is known for his dedication to his craft and his commitment to portraying multidimensional characters that resonate with diverse audiences.</p>

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