Anthony Anderson is an American Actor, Comedian, and a Writer.

Childhood

Anthony Anderson was born on August 15, 1970, at Compton. His mother, Doris was a telephone operator and his step-father Sterling Bowman, was a native of Arkansas.  His father worked in a steel mill before he started his own business.

Anderson studied in Hollywood High School and Howard University. In 1993 he graduated with a degree in theatre arts.

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Career

Anthony Anderson's first attempt to become a comedian was a failure. He met his friend and actor Guy Torry. Torry consoled Anderson and encouraged him to continue acting on the stage.

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