Join Sway Calloway and Mark Curry as they reminisce about Curry’s 40+ years in comedy, from his early days in Oakland during the crack era to performing in rough neighborhoods and eventually making it big in Hollywood. Curry shares incredible stories about his interactions with Vice President Kamala Harris, Katt Williams, and even the late Young Dolph. You’ll hear about Curry’s infamous Kamala Harris joke that eerily predicted the future, his unique connection to the Black Panthers, and his unforgettable moments on stage.
Mark Curry’s first role was in the film “Talkin’ Dirty After Dark,” alongside Martin Lawrence in 1991. In 1992, Curry’s first major role was on the television series Hangin’ with Mr. Cooper, where he played the lead role of Mark Cooper, an NBA player-turned-substitute teacher/gym coach.
In 2008, Curry performed a stand-up comedy routine on “The Comedy Festival Laffapalooza Special,” hosted by Tracy Morgan. In 2009–2011, Curry hosted Jamie Foxx’s “FoxxHole Live” every Monday in the Conga Room in Los Angeles, which was heard on Sirius satellite radio stations. In 2012, Curry joined Sommore, Earthquake, Bruce Bruce and Tony Rock on the Royal Comedy Tour. Also in 2012, Curry joined “Nick At Nite”’s first-ever original live-action family comedy series, “See Dad Run,” as Scott Baio’s friend Marcus. In 2014, Curry joined Sommore’s “Standing Ovation Comedy Tour” along with Bill Bellamy, Tommy Davidson and others.
