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Wendell Ramone "Jay" Ellis Jr. (born December 27, 1981) is an American actor. In 2013, Ellis received his first major role on BET's series The Game. His role as Martin "Lawrence" Walker in the HBO series Insecure (2016-2021), earned him an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actor in a Comedy Series.
Jay Ellis is a television and film actor, philanthropist, and entrepreneur. Born in Sumter, South Carolina, Ellis spent the majority of his childhood traveling with his military family.
Jay Ellis. Actor: Insecure. Jay Ellis is a television and film actor, philanthropist, and entrepreneur. Born in Sumter, South Carolina, Ellis spent the majority of his childhood traveling with his military family.
May 17, 2022 · Jay Ellis, known for HBO’s Insecure, is pushing his limits to become an action star on 'Top Gun: Maverick.' If only he can keep his lunch down.
Dec 27, 2021 · The actor joined The Times to break down a 'shocking but satisfying' episode — and reveals what he has to say to fans who aren't Team Lawrence.
Jun 5, 2024 · 'Insecure' and 'Top Gun: Maverick' star Jay Ellis opened up about writing his new memoir, ‘Did Everyone Have an Imaginary Friend (or Just Me?)’, at a pre-publication event on June 4.
May 12, 2022 · Jay Ellis is opening up about the most meaningful aspect of his acting career. The Insecure alumnus spoke with PEOPLE at CultureCon Atlanta on May 7 and shared some of the biggest reasons why...
May 24, 2022 · Since his breakthrough roles in The Game and Insecure, Jay Ellis has already set himself on that path, and more than anything else, Maverick evidences his capacity to hold his own against...
May 27, 2022 · For Jay Ellis, being cast in Top Gun: Maverick (May 24) was a "full circle" moment. "I grew up in the service, so for me, it is a world that I recognize." In fact, Ellis' dad was a mechanic in...
About Jay. Born in Sumter, South Carolina, to a military family,Jay Ellisspent his childhood inventing new personas for every town he landed in. After college, he decided to take his one-man show to Hollywood, where he got his start in a recurring role on BET’sThe Game.
