Kenan Thompson is an American actor, comedian, and producer, best known for his work on the sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live. He has been part of the show since 2003, and has become one of its most recognizable and beloved cast members. He has also appeared in a number of films and television shows, both as an actor and a producer. In this article, we’ll take a look at Kenan Thompson’s life, career, and net worth.
Early Life
Kenan Thompson was born on May 10, 1978, in Atlanta, Georgia, to Fletcher and Elizabeth Ann Thompson. He began his career as a child actor, appearing in Nickelodeon’s All That in 1994. After appearing on the show for five seasons, he moved on to other projects, including a recurring role on the sitcom Kenan & Kel. He also appeared in a number of films, including Good Burger, The Adventures of Rocky & Bullwinkle, and Fat Albert.
Rise to Fame
Thompson’s big break came in 2003, when he was cast as a regular on Saturday Night Live. He quickly became one of the show’s most popular cast members, and has been a part of the show ever since. He has appeared in a number of sketches, including his own recurring sketch, “What Up With That?”, as well as impersonations of various celebrities, including Steve Harvey, Al Sharpton, and Kanye West.
Professional Achievements
In addition to his work on Saturday Night Live, Thompson has appeared in a number of films and television shows, both as an actor and a producer. He has appeared in films such as Snakes on a Plane, Barbershop 2: Back in Business, and The Smurfs. He has also appeared in television shows such as Curb Your Enthusiasm, The Steve Harvey Show, and The Good Place. He is also the executive producer of the sitcom Kenan, which premiered in 2021.
Thompson’s net worth is estimated to be around $9 million.
Kenan Thompson has had an incredibly successful career as an actor, comedian, and producer. He has been a part of Saturday Night Live since 2003, and has become one of its most beloved cast members. He has also appeared in a number of films and television shows, both as an actor and a producer. His net worth is estimated to be around $9 million.
