Shawn Wayans, 1971
Writers · January 19, 1971
Shawn Wayans
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Shawn Wayans is 55 years old, born January 19, 1971 in United States · Capricorn.
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About
Shawn Wayans turned sketch comedy and parody films into a decades-long career alongside his brother Marlon. Born in 1971, he debuted on In Living Color, then co-created The Wayans Bros. sitcom and starred in the Scary Movie and White Chicks franchises. A Capricorn with life-path 11, Wayans is wired for creative reinvention—after a hiatus, he's set to return to both Scary Movie and White Chicks sequels in 2026.
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Biography
Shawn Mathis Wayans built his comedy empire through television and film partnerships, most notably with his brother Marlon. He launched his career on the sketch series In Living Color (1990–1993), then moved to sitcom work on The Wayans Bros. (1995–1999). His filmography spans parody comedies: Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood, the Scary Movie franchise (2000, 2001), White Chicks (2004), Little Man (2006), and Dance Flick (2009)—all co-written or co-starred with Marlon. As an actor, comedian, writer, and producer, Wayans operates across multiple creative roles. Born January 19, 1971, in the United States, he carries Capricorn sensibility: disciplined, ambitious, and drawn to legacy projects. After stepping back from acting, he announced a return in February 2025 to both Scary Movie (2026) and White Chicks 2 (TBA), signaling a reclamation of his signature franchises. His life-path 11 resonates with visionary collaboration and the refraction of comedy through genre.
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Trivia
- Debuted on In Living Color, the Fox sketch series that also launched Jamie Foxx and Jim Carrey.
- Co-created and starred in The Wayans Bros. with his brother Marlon, a family enterprise that ran for five seasons on The WB.
- Scary Movie (2000) became his signature work, spawning a franchise that included a direct sequel in 2001.
- White Chicks (2004), a gender-swap comedy, remains one of his most recognized films.
- After an extended hiatus from acting, announced a return to cinema in February 2025 with dual Scary Movie and White Chicks projects.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
Master Number — The Visionary
11 carries the qualities of 2 amplified. Highly intuitive, often associated with thought leaders and trend-setters in their fields.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Isa BrionesRabbit · 1999
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- Pop SmokeRabbit · 1999
- Rob KardashianRabbit · 1987
CHALLENGING
- PinkPantheressSnake · 2001
- Taylor Swift
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Frequently asked
- How old is Shawn Wayans?
- Shawn Wayans is 55 years old (born January 19, 1971).
- When is Shawn Wayans's birthday?
- Shawn Wayans was born on January 19, 1971.
- What is Shawn Wayans's zodiac sign?
- Shawn Wayans is a Capricorn, born January 19, 1971.
- What is Shawn Wayans's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Shawn Wayans was born in 1971, the year of the Metal Pig.
- Where is Shawn Wayans from?
- Shawn Wayans is from United States.
- What does Shawn Wayans do?
- Shawn Wayans is a writer.
- Is Shawn Wayans still alive?
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