Lamorne Morris is an American television personality, actor, and comedian. He is widely recognized for his roles in movies like Call Me Cat, Valley of the Boom, New Girl, etc. Lamorne Morris had played supporting roles in several films before he was cast as the lead. He also plays various other characters in his life, we will know more about Morris’s wife, age, height, net worth, and more.
Actor’s profile
| Full Name | Lamorne Morris |
| Date of Birth | August 14, 1983 |
| Age | 41 Years Old (In 2024) |
| Birthplace | Chicago, Illinois |
| Parents | Names not known |
| Siblings | 3 |
| Education | Graduation |
| Alumni College | College of DuPage |
| Profession | Actor and Comedian |
| Height | 5’9” Feet |
| Weight | 70 Kg |
| Body Build | Athletic |
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Relationship Status | Single |
| Daughter | 1 (Lily) |
| Favorite Sport | Basketball |
| Social Media | |
| Net Worth | $4 Million |
Hometown & Family
Lamorne Morris entered the world on August 14, 1983, in Chicago, Illinois. He was raised by both her parents in his hometown. Lamorne’s father was a drug dealer while her mother was a postal servant. Due to his illegal acts, his father was often behind bars. But now, he has cleaned up his acts and lives in Belize. Moreover, he has three siblings, including a brother named Devon. After his father left, her mother raised the two kids on her own with the help of his grandmother.
Lamorne’s Educational Details
Lamorne Morris moved out of his hometown when he was just a teenager. He shifted to the western suburb of Glen Ellyn. He completed schooling from Glenbard South High School. Furthermore, he attended the College of DuPage and earned a degree in theater in 2003. He received the Chris Faris Memorial Acting Scholarship at his college.
Moving on, Lamorne learned acting at the Second City Training Center and was a member of their Outreach and Diversity Ensemble. Meanwhile, he worked at Ed Debevic’s diner.
Age & Height
Lamorne Morris is 1983 born, hence he is currently 41 years old. He is a gentleman standing at a height of 5 feet and 10 inches. Moreover, he maintains an athletic build, weighing around 70 Kg. His dedication to his looks is evident from the fact that he lost 40 pounds of weight in 4 months after portraying a big, husky body in his latest television series Fargo. Moreover, he is also health-conscious and takes care of his diet.
Journey in the Industry
Lamorne Morris started his journey with TV commercials. He got featured in ads for several brands and companies including 7 Up, Windows, Mcdonalds, and many more. Lamorne was recognized by BET and featured in their “New Faces” search. He even worked as an on-air personality for BET and hosted various shows for them. Morris then became a spokesperson for the Bank of Montreal of Canada and Chicago in 2019.
Morris runs podcasts and has created various scripted comedy-action and thriller series for his audiences. He starred in a half-hour sitcom titled Woke. It ran for two seasons, released in 2020 and 2022 respectively. Lamorne lastly appeared in an FX black comedy-crime drama series titled Fargo, ending in January 2024. He also received the all-time precious Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in the series. He is currently hosting another podcast, “The Lmorning After,” available on platforms such as Spotify, YouTube, and other social media channels.
Breakthrough Appearances
His breakthrough appearance was made in New Girl when he was cast as Winston Bishop in this comedy series. The series premiered on Fox from 2011-18. Morris wrote an episode with his co-writer for Season 4 and also directed the final season of the series. He then starred in numerous films like Barbershop: The Next Cut, Game Night, Jumanji: The Next Level, and more.
Extra Ventures
During COVID-19 pandemic, he started an action-comedy podcast Unwanted. In this podcast, the 8-episode series follows two slackers as they try to capture a murderer who has escaped and is hiding in their town to claim a million-dollar reward. In 2022, he co-hosted Welcome to Our Show and a New Girl podcast, distributed by IHeartRadio.
Upcoming Projects
It was announced in July 2024 that Lamorne Morris will play the character of Robie Robertson in Amazon Prime Video’s upcoming television series Spider-Noir. The series will soon be filmed in September 2024 in Los Angeles.
Lamorne Morris Wife
Lamorne Morris never got married, hence he does not have a wife. He has been in a relationship with Erin Lim. More details about his personal life are kept private, as he prefers to avoid exposure and maintain his privacy.
Lamorne Morris has a daughter and has been a single dad raising her. Her name is Lily, and she is currently four years old. Lamorne recently shared his Emmy Award with his daughter. He credits her for his success and achievements.
Net Worth
As of 2024, Lamorne Morris has amassed a net worth of $4 million. He has achieved this wealth through his seamless efforts for acting, comedy, and podcasts.
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Other Facts About Lamorne Morris
- Lamorne Morris is active on social sites, with over 1 Million followers on his Instagram.
- He wanted to be a basketball player in childhood, before discovering his love for acting.
- He loves raising her daughter single-handedly and credits her for achievements in his life.
