Garrett Morris - Comedian
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Garrett Morris (born February 1, 1937) is an American actor, comedian, and singer, best known as one of the original cast members of Saturday Night Live (1975–1980). A classically trained vocalist who attended the Juilliard School of Music, he began his career as a soloist with the Belafonte Folk Singers and performed in numerous Broadway musicals before transitioning to television and film.
Throughout his career spanning over five decades, he has held several prominent roles, including:
Saturday Night Live: Memorable characters such as Dominican baseball player Chico Escuela and the "President of the New York School for the Hard of Hearing."
The Jamie Foxx Show: Portrayed Junior "Uncle Junior" King.
Martin: Played Stan Winters, the owner of the radio station.
2 Broke Girls: Starred as Earl the cashier.
Film: Notable appearances in Cooley High, Car Wash, The Stuff, and a cameo in Marvel's Ant-Man.
In 2024, Morris was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his contributions to the entertainment industry. He also co-founded and emcees at The Downtown Comedy Club in Los Angeles.