Wayne Brady, an upbeat improvisational comedian and accomplished television personality, was born on June 2, 1972, in Columbus, Georgia, to West Indian parents. Raised primarily by his grandmother and aunt in Orlando, Florida, Brady’s father, a military serviceman, opted not to raise him in a military environment.
Brady first turned to acting in high school as a means to overcome a severe stutter and build confidence. He eventually gained a small role in a school play, which led to a lead role—a formative experience that sparked his passion for performance.
After graduating from Dr. Phillips High School in 1989, Brady attended the University of Miami, completing his studies in 1990. Around the same period, he began performing in local community theater and joined SAK Comedy Lab in Orlando, a renowned improv troupe.
Though he initially considered following in his father's footsteps by joining the military, his talent for improv and comedic timing eventually led him to pursue entertainment full time.
Wayne Brady's big break came with his role on the improvisational comedy show Whose Line Is It Anyway? Thanks to an impressive audition, he joined the cast and quickly became one of the show's standout performers. His skill in improvisational singing and creating characters on the spot earned him widespread acclaim.
In addition to Whose Line Is It Anyway?, Brady expanded his television presence with shows like The Wayne Brady Show, for which he won four Daytime Emmy Awards. He also hosted Don’t Forget the Lyrics and has been the host of a modern version of Let’s Make a Deal since 2009.
He made memorable guest appearances on hit sitcoms such as Friends and How I Met Your Mother, further cementing his versatility as a performer.
Brady has been married and divorced twice. His first marriage to Diana Lasso lasted from 1993 to 1995. He later married Mandie Taketa in 1999, with whom he has a daughter, born in 2003. Their marriage ended in 2008, but they have maintained a cooperative co-parenting relationship.
Standing at 6 feet tall, Brady is known for his clean-cut look, signature charisma, and shaved head. In a 2014 interview, he publicly disclosed his long-term struggle with depression, revealing that the tragic death of actor Robin Williams was a turning point in seeking help. He credits Mandie Taketa for being instrumental in his recovery and continued well-being.
| Birth Date: | 2 Jun, 1972 |
| Age: | 47 yrs |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Columbus |
| Education: | Dr. Phillips High School University of Miami |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American comedian and improv actor |
| Twitter Id: | Waynebrady |
| Net Worth 2021: | 12 million |
