Faizon Love is a Cuban-born American actor and comedian known for his roles in films such as ‘Friday’ and ‘Elf’. He began his career as a stand-up comedian in New York and later provided the voice of deceased comedian Robin Harris in the film ‘Bebe’s Kids’. Love has since appeared in numerous films and television shows, including ‘The Meteor Man’, ‘Don’t Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood’, and ‘The New Edition Story’. He has also lent his voice to the popular video game ‘Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas’ and has made appearances in music videos. In addition, Love showcased his talent in a theatrical production of ‘Our Town’.
Quick Facts
- Also Known As: Langston Faizon Santisima
- Age: 55 Years, 55 Year Old Males
- Born Country: Cuba
- Occupation: Actors, Comedians
- Height: 5’10” (178 cm), 5’10” Males
- Ancestry: Cuban American
Rise to Stardom
At the age of 15, Faizon Love became interested in performing comical acts in front of his classmates in New Jersey. Encouraged by his English teacher, he continued to pursue comedy after graduating from school. He moved to New York to seek career opportunities as a stand-up comedian. At 19 years old, he made his Off-Broadway debut in the Harlem National Black Theater production of ‘Bitter Heart Midtown’. He also made his motion-picture debut in the animated comedy ‘Bebe’s Kids’, where he received praise for his vocal impression of comedian Robin Harris. Throughout the early 1990s, he appeared in several low-budget comedy films, including ‘The Meteor Man’ and ‘Friday’, where he portrayed the memorable character Big Worm.
Controversies & Scandals
Faizon Love has been involved in controversies, particularly for his support of sexual assault accused actor and comedian Bill Cosby. In the mid-2010s, Love expressed support for Cosby on social media platforms, making derogatory comments about the women who accused Cosby and those who believed them. He attacked comedian Hannibal Buress for mentioning the allegations during a stand-up show and defamed news personalities like Goldie Taylor and Richelle Carey. Love faced backlash for his behavior, especially after Cosby’s admission of obtaining drugs to use on women. Love himself faced a lawsuit for sexual harassment from his former assistant in 2018.
In addition to his controversial statements, Love has also been involved in violent altercations. In 2017, he was arrested for assaulting a valet at an airport in Ohio. He admitted to misdemeanor assault to avoid jail time. Love was also arrested in 2011 for domestic assault while on probation for another assault charge.
Personal Life
Faizon Andre Love, born as Langston Faizon Santisima on June 14, 1968, in Santiago de Cuba, spent much of his childhood in San Diego, California, and Newark, New Jersey. He attended high school in New Jersey. According to reports, he may be engaged or married to his longtime girlfriend.