Faizon Love

Faizon Love

Born:14. juni 1968

Place of Birth:Santiago de Cuba, Cuba

Known For:Acting

Biography

Faizon Andre Love, born Langston Faizon Santisima on June 14, 1968, is a talented American actor and comedian whose career has been marked by a diverse range of roles in both film and television. Love first made a name for himself in the entertainment industry as a stand-up comedian, showcasing his sharp wit and comedic timing on stage before transitioning to acting.

His foray into acting began Off-Broadway at the young age of nineteen, displaying early signs of his natural talent and charisma. Love's big break came with his motion picture debut in Bebe's Kids, where he lent his voice to the character originally voiced by the late Robin Harris. This opportunity paved the way for him to work alongside renowned actor and director Robert Townsend in The Meteor Man, solidifying his presence in the film industry.

One of Love's most iconic roles came in the 1995 film Friday, where he portrayed the memorable character Big Worm, a drug dealer with a unique sense of style and humor. This role showcased Love's ability to bring depth and humor to his characters, setting the stage for a successful career in comedy films.

Love's filmography is filled with a mix of comedic hits and dramatic performances, including standout roles in movies like Elf, Money Talks, and The Fighting Temptations. His versatility as an actor allowed him to seamlessly transition between genres, captivating audiences with each new role he took on.

In 2009, Love reached a new level of success with his role in Couples Retreat, a comedy that highlighted his comedic chops and on-screen presence. His portrayal of Kurtis Kool in Big Mommas: Like Father, Like Son in 2011 further solidified his status as a talented actor capable of bringing laughter to audiences worldwide.

Beyond his work in film, Love has also made a mark in the gaming world with his portrayal of Sean "Sweet" Johnson in the popular video game Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas. His voice acting skills brought the character to life, earning him recognition among gamers and further showcasing his range as a performer.

Faizon Love continues to be a beloved figure in the entertainment industry, known for his infectious energy, comedic talent, and ability to bring characters to life on screen. With a career spanning decades, he has left an indelible mark on Hollywood and continues to entertain audiences with his unique blend of humor and charisma.

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Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood

Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood

Rufus

1996

When Ashtray moves to South Central L.A. to live with his father (who appears to be the same age he is) and grandmother (who likes to talk tough and smoke reefer), he falls in with his gang-banging cousin Loc Dog, who along with the requisite pistols and Uzi carries a thermo-nuclear warhead for self-defense. Will Ashtray be able to keep living the straight life?
Friday

Friday

Big Worm

1995

Craig and Smokey are two guys in Los Angeles hanging out on their porch on a Friday afternoon, smoking and drinking, looking for something to do.
Zookeeper

Zookeeper

Bruce the Bear (voice)

2011

Kindhearted Griffin Keyes is one of the best-loved caretakers at the Franklin Park Zoo, but he's more comfortable with the animals than with females of his own species as proven by his failed marriage proposal to the self-absorbed Stephanie several years ago. The animals have listened to Griffin pine over her for years and, after she reappears in his life, they decide to help Griffin rekindle the relationship and become the alpha male she wants him to be. They inadvertently reveal their secret ability to talk and, after Griffin's initial shock, teach him the rules of courtship, animal-style. Surprisingly, the animals' advice really works and Griffin is about to get everything he's ever dreamed of--or is he?
Big Mommas: Like Father, Like Son

Big Mommas: Like Father, Like Son

Kurtis Kool (uncredited)

2011

FBI agent Malcolm Turner and his 17-year-old son Trent go undercover at an all-girls performing arts school after Trent witnesses a murder. Posing as Big Momma and Charmaine, they must find the murderer before he finds them.
The War with Grandpa

The War with Grandpa

Store Manager

2020

Peter is thrilled that his Grandpa is coming to live with his family. That is, until Grandpa moves into Peter's room, forcing him upstairs into the creepy attic. And though he loves his Grandpa, he wants his room back - so he has no choice but to declare war.
Couples Retreat

Couples Retreat

Shane

2009

Four couples, all friends, descend on a tropical island resort. Though one husband and wife are there to work on their marriage, the others just want to enjoy some fun in the sun. They soon find, however, that paradise comes at a price: Participation in couples therapy sessions is mandatory. What started out as a cut-rate vacation turns into an examination of the common problems many face.
Elf

Elf

Gimbels Manager

2003

When young Buddy falls into Santa's gift sack on Christmas Eve, he's transported back to the North Pole and raised as a toy-making elf by Santa's helpers. But as he grows into adulthood, he can't shake the nagging feeling that he doesn't belong. Buddy vows to visit Manhattan and find his real dad, a workaholic.
Torque

Torque

Sonny

2004

Biker Cary Ford is framed by an old rival and biker gang leader for the murder of another gang member who happens to be the brother of Trey, leader of the most feared biker gang in the country. Ford is now on the run trying to clear his name from the murder with Trey and his gang looking for his blood.
Just My Luck

Just My Luck

Damon Phillips

2006

Manhattanite Ashley is known to many as the luckiest woman around. After a chance encounter with a down-and-out young man, however, she realizes that she's swapped her fortune for his.
The Replacements

The Replacements

Jamal Jackson

2000

Maverick old-guard coach Jimmy McGinty is hired in the wake of a players' strike to help the Washington Sentinels advance to the playoffs. But that impossible dream hinges on whether his replacements can hunker down and do the job. So, McGinty dusts off his secret dossier of ex-players who never got a chance (or screwed up the one they were given) and knits together a bad-dream team of guys who just may give the Sentinels their title shot.
The Paperboy

The Paperboy

Comedian

2012

As investigative reporter Ward Jansen and his partner Yardley Acheman chase a sensational, career-making story with the help of Ward's younger brother Jack and sultry death-row groupie Charlotte Bless, the pair tries to prove violent swamp-dweller Hillary Van Wetter was framed for the murder of a corrupt local sheriff.
Money Talks

Money Talks

Cellmate

1997

Sought by police and criminals, a small-time huckster makes a deal with a TV newsman for protection.
The Last Stop in Yuma County

The Last Stop in Yuma County

Vernon

2024

While awaiting the next fuel truck at a middle-of-nowhere Arizona rest stop, a traveling young knife salesman is thrust into a high-stakes hostage situation by the arrival of two similarly stranded bank robbers with no qualms about using cruelty—or cold, hard steel—to protect their bloodstained, ill-gotten fortune.
Blue Crush

Blue Crush

Leslie

2002

Nothing gets between Anne Marie and her board. Living in a beach shack with three roommates, she is up before dawn every morning to conquer the waves and count the days until the Pipe Masters competition. Having transplanted herself to Hawaii with no one's blessing but her own, Anne Marie finds all she needs in the adrenaline-charged surf scene - until pro quarterback Matt Tollman comes along...
B.A.P.S

B.A.P.S

Tiger J

1997

Two wannabe Black American princesses aim to marry rich men, who will pay for their world's first combination hair salon and soul food restaurant.
A Thin Line Between Love and Hate

A Thin Line Between Love and Hate

Manny

1996

Nightclub manager Darnell Wright is a perpetual playboy who is almost as devoted to his job as he is to the pursuit of beautiful women. After he sets his sights on the ultra-classy Brandi Web, he launches an all-out assault to win her heart. Ultimately, charm, lust and passion prevail, but Darnell learns the hard way that when you play, you pay. Brandi is much harder to get rid of than she was to get--especially when she realizes that she has a rival vying for Darnell's affection. When he finally decides to call it quits, Brandi becomes an obsessed femme fatale stalking the new love of her life.
Who's Your Caddy?

Who's Your Caddy?

Big Large

2007

Superstar rap mogul C-Note wants to join the Carolina Pines Golf & Country Club, but faces stiff opposition from the establishment's snooty members. C-Note forces the issue by purchasing the land adjacent to the golf course's 17th hole. As the club leaders search for a way to revoke his membership, C-Note realizes his family's honor and golf history are at stake, and digs in for the fight of his life.

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