J. B. Smoove
J. B. Smoove | |
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Smoove in February 2024 | |
| Born | Jerry Angelo Brooks December 16, 1965 Plymouth, North Carolina, U.S. |
| Education | Mount Vernon High School Norfolk State University |
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| Years active | 1991–present |
| Spouse |
Shahidah Omar (m. 2007) |
| Children | 1 |
Jerry Angelo Brooks (born December 16, 1965), commonly known by his stage name J. B. Smoove, is an American comedian, actor, and writer. After beginning his career in 1995 on Def Comedy Jam, he was a writer and performer on NBC's Saturday Night Live (2003–2006). He is best known for his starring roles on HBO's Curb Your Enthusiasm (2007–2024) and the CBS sitcom The Millers (2013–2015). He also portrayed a fictionalized version of himself on the BET improv-comedy reality television parody Real Husbands of Hollywood (2013–2016).