Celebrity Comedians
JB Smoove

He has the gift - and he's willing to share it! J.B. is a gifted writer, comedian and actor, who continues to entertain audiences all over the world with his unique brand of comedic funk. His break out role on HBO's Curb Your Enthusiasm as Leon has firmly planted J.B. as one of the best comedic actors today. In September of 1999, he landed a recurring role on MTV's The Lyricist Lounge Show, as well as featured guest spots on The Chris Rock Show and Premium Blend. In June 2000, he landed his first big feature film role narrating and starring in the now cult classic Pootie Tang with actor-comedian Chris Rock. In March 2001, he paired up with Adam Sandler to co-star in Mr. Deeds. After an amazing yet short lived season as a cast member on Fox's Cedric the Entertainer Presents, J.B. landed a writing position on Saturday Night Live. In the stand-up universe, J.B. has been featured on Comedy Central's Tough Crowd, Jamie Foxx Presents: Laffapalooza and on Conan. As far as television action roles, J.B. was hilarious as Manny on Fox's Everybody Hates Chris and as a series regular on Fox's Til Death. In the film world, J.B. acted in Barbershop: The Next Cut.