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Kevin Hart: Net Worth, Movies, Biography & More

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July 6, 1979

Kevin Hart (born on July 6, 1979) is quickly becoming one of America's most beloved actors. His performance in the 2019 film "The Last Black Man in San Francisco" has earned him critical acclaim and catapulted him onto Hollywood's A-list. He was recently seen in the Spike Lee Joint, "Da 5 Bloods," as well as alongside Idris Elba and Tom Hanks in HBO's miniseries, "The Mosquito Coast."

Beyond his success on screen, Majors is also a talented stage actor. He won a Lucille Lortel Award for Best Lead Actor for his work on Broadway’s “Jitney” and appeared Off-Broadway in Suzan-Lori Parks' acclaimed play, "Venus.

Early Life

Kevin Hart rise to fame is nothing short of meteoric. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on July 6th, 1979, Hart grew up with his single mother Nancy, and older brother Robert. As a child, he became interested in stand-up comedy and dreamed of one-day achieving fame as an entertainer.

Hart attended George Washington High School where he was actively involved in sports such as soccer and basketball. Despite having good grades, the young Hart chose not to pursue higher education instead opting to focus on his burgeoning comedy career at the age of 18. He began performing at open mic nights at local clubs around Philadelphia while honing his comedic craft. His hard work soon paid off when he made a name for himself among the city's comedy circuits and eventually nationally.

Career

Kevin Hart stage performance

Since his breakout performance in 2007's "I'm a Grown Little Man," he has become one of the biggest names in Hollywood, with numerous box office hits, awards nominations and honors to his name.

Hart made his first appearance on television all the way back in 2000 on an episode of "Undeclared" before gradually starring in more roles throughout the early 2000s on sitcoms like "The Big House," as well as appearing on TV shows such as "Saturday Night Live." Despite these initial breakthroughs, it was not until 2007 when Hart truly made a name for himself with his stand-up show that propelled him into stardom.

Awards & Achievements

American comedian and actor Kevin Hart is a star in the entertainment industry. He has achieved unfathomable success in a career that took off relatively recently but has already spanned over two decades. From starring roles in films such as Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle and The Upside, to creating his own production company, HartBeat Productions - this multi-dimensional performer has certainly made his mark on Hollywood.

Hart’s awards and accolades are plentiful; from being named one of Time magazine’s 100 most influential people in 2019 to an MTV Movie Award for Best Comedic Performance for Ride Along 2 – he continues to prove himself as one of this generation’s top entertainers.

Controversies

Kevin Hart, has been the center of controversy more than once throughout his career. From jokes that some consider offensive to accusations of plagiarism, Hart has faced public scrutiny over multiple issues.

Hart's brand of comedy relies on humor that is often considered edgy or risque. Many people find his jokes funny and relatable, while others believe they are inappropriate or offensive. In 2015, he was supposed to host the Academy Awards but stepped down after several homophobic tweets from 2009 resurfaced. The comedian then apologized for his comments and stated he had grown since those tweets were posted.

In 2017, it was claimed that a joke about President Obama in one of Hart's stand-up specials had been copied from another comic without giving credit or permission.

Philanthropy & Charity Work

When it comes to giving back, Kevin Hart is nothing less than a champion. The American comedian and actor has dedicated years of his life to philanthropy and charity work. He has worked with various organizations around the world in an effort to help those in need and bring awareness to different causes that he cares deeply about.

In 2010, Hart founded his own charity organization called Help from the Hart Charity, which helps provide educational resources for people in need all around the world. His fundraising events such as the ‘Laugh Out Loud Festival’ have raised millions of dollars for this cause over the years, allowing him to make significant contributions toward helping those disadvantaged by poverty or illness. Additionally, Hart supports numerous other initiatives such as literacy programs and healthcare campaigns in order to create a better future for everyone.

Conclusion

At the conclusion of Kevin Hart's career as a successful American comedian and actor, it is clear that he has had an influential impact on American culture. His funny, relatable skits have made him a household name, and his comedic presence will continue to be felt in the entertainment industry. Hart has achieved massive success over 20 years, becoming one of the world's highest-grossing stand-up comedians and starring in numerous blockbuster films. He has also won numerous awards including MTV Movie Awards, People’s Choice Awards, and Teen Choice Awards for his acting performances along with seven BET comedy awards for his stand-up career.

Despite recent controversies related to past homophobic comments Hart made on Twitter in 2011, he continues to demonstrate resilience when faced with adversity by publicly apologizing for any hurt he may have caused while remaining committed to addressing sensitive topics in a mindful way in the future.

Bio
Full NameKevin Darnell Hart
NicknameLil Kev
Date of BirthJuly 6, 1979
Age Years
NationalityAmerican
BirthplacePhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Home TownPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania
ReligionChristianity
Educational Qualification-
SchoolCastlemont High School
George Washington High School in Northeast Philadelphia
College/ UniversityTemple University
Community College of Philadelphia
Zodiac SignCancer ♋
ProfessionActor, Stand-Up Comedian, Producer
Physical Stats
Height5 feet 4 inches (1.63 m)
Weight64 kg (141 lbs)
Hair ColorBlack
Eye ColorBrown
Favorite
ColorBlue
FoodDeluxe Hot n Crispy Chicken sandwich
ActorDwayne Johnson
Actress-
Singer-
PlaceCoco Privé Kuda Hithi Island, Maldives
HobbiesCasino games
Family & Relationship
Marital StatusMarried
FatherHenry Robert Witherspoon
MotherNancy Hart
Spouse (Wife/ Husband)Eniko Hart (m.2016)
Torrei Hart (m.2003-div.2011)
Children4
Son(s)Kenzo Kash Hart, Hendrix Hart
Daughter(s)Heaven Hart, Kaori mai Hart
Brother(s)Robert Hart
Sister(s)-
Career
ProfessionActor, Stand-Up Comedian, Producer
Net WorthUS$450 million
Famous forStand-up comedian, starring in the Jumanji series
DebutPaper Soldiers (2002)
Awards/ HonoursAwards
BET Awards,
NAACP Image Awards,
Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards,
Acapulco Black Film Festival
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SignatureKevin Hart Autograph

Movie List

Borderlands
[ Upcoming ]
Back on the Strip
[ Upcoming ]
The Man from Toronto
[ 2022 ]
DC League of Super-Pets
[ 2022 ]
Me Time
[ 2022 ]
Fatherhood
[ 2021 ]
The One and Only Dick Gregory
[ 2021 ]
The Secret Life of Pets 2
[ 2019 ]
Hobbs & Shaw
[ 2019 ]
Jumanji: The Next Level
[ 2019 ]
Night School
[ 2018 ]
Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie
[ 2017 ]
The Upside
[ 2017 ]
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle
[ 2017 ]
Ride Along 2
[ 2016 ]
Central Intelligence
[ 2016 ]
The Secret Life of Pets
[ 2016 ]
Kevin Hart: What Now?
[ 2016 ]
The Wedding Ringer
[ 2015 ]
Get Hard
[ 2015 ]
Ride Along
[ 2014 ]
About Last Night
[ 2014 ]
Think Like a Man Too
[ 2014 ]
School Dance
[ 2014 ]
Top Five
[ 2014 ]
This Is the End
[ 2013 ]
Kevin Hart: Let Me Explain
[ 2013 ]
Grudge Match
[ 2013 ]
The Five-Year Engagement
[ 2012 ]
Think Like a Man
[ 2012 ]
Exit Strategy
[ 2012 ]
35 and Ticking
[ 2011 ]
Kevin Hart: Laugh at My Pain
[ 2011 ]
Let Go
[ 2011 ]
Something Like a Business
[ 2010 ]
Death at a Funeral
[ 2010 ]
Little Fockers
[ 2010 ]
Not Easily Broken
[ 2009 ]
Fool's Gold
[ 2008 ]
Superhero Movie
[ 2008 ]
Extreme Movie
[ 2008 ]
Meet Dave
[ 2008 ]
Drillbit Taylor
[ 2008 ]
Epic Movie
[ 2007 ]
Scary Movie 4
[ 2006 ]
The Last Stand
[ 2006 ]
The 40-Year-Old Virgin
[ 2005 ]
In the Mix
[ 2005 ]
Along Came Polly
[ 2004 ]
Soul Plane
[ 2004 ]
Scary Movie 3
[ 2003 ]
Death of a Dynasty
[ 2003 ]
Paper Soldiers
[ 2002 ]

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