Mark Christopher Lawrence
Biography
Mark Christopher Lawrence is an American actor, stand-up comedian, and voice-over artist born on May 22, 1964, in Los Angeles, California. He is known for his role as the esoteric disc jockey Tone Deaf in the 1994 satirical rap mockumentary Fear of a Black Hat. His film credits include roles in Terminator 2: Judgment Day, Planet of the Apes, Lost Treasure, and The Pursuit of Happyness. On television, he has appeared in a regular role as Big Mike on the NBC series Chuck and has made guest appearances on programs including Heroes, My Name Is Earl, Crossing Jordan, Dharma & Greg, Malcolm in the Middle, Touched by an Angel, Malcolm & Eddie, Men Behaving Badly, Seinfeld, and Murphy Brown.
Career overview
Mark Christopher Lawrence is an American character actor, stand-up comedian, and voice-over artist who was born on May 22, 1964, in Los Angeles, California. He is perhaps best known for his role as the esoteric disc jockey Tone Deaf in the 1994 satirical rap mockumentary Fear of a Black Hat. Throughout his career, he has accumulated numerous known acting credits across film and television.
In film, Lawrence has co-starred in several popular movies. His cinematic credits include Terminator 2: Judgment Day, Planet of the Apes, Lost Treasure, The Pursuit of Happyness, and Svět podle Prota.
On television, Lawrence has appeared in a regular role as Big Mike on the NBC series Chuck. Additionally, he has made guest appearances on numerous television programs. Among these television shows are Heroes, My Name Is Earl, Crossing Jordan, Dharma and Greg, Malcolm in the Middle, Touched by an Angel, Malcolm and Eddie, Men Behaving Badly, Seinfeld, and Murphy Brown.
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81 titles- A Time for Sunset (2025)
- Adjunct (2024) as Donald
- Our Church Thinks We're Dating (2024) as Pastor Terrence Roberts
- I Brake for Caterpillars (2024) as Sergeant Tinkelbaum
- The Gools (2023) as Hyena
- Bringing Back Christmas (2023) as Daniel Reese
- Roll with It (2023) as Nick
- Nothing Is Impossible (2022) as Pastor Lawrence
- Family Camp (2022) as Pastor Dave
- All the Queen's Men (2021)
- Leave 'em Laughing (2020) as Soup Guy Fan
- Sleeper Agent (2020) as Mike
- 2nd Chance for Christmas (2019) as The Ghost of xmas Present
- One Fine Christmas (2019) as Al
- Maybe I'm Fine (2019) as Detective Greene
- West of Hell (2018) as Abram
- American Nightmares (2018) as Borris
- Skin: The Movie (2018)
- Circus Kane (2017) as Billy
- Conflict of Interest (2017) as Rich
- The Encounter (2016) as Sheldon
- Always Watching: A Marble Hornets Story (2015) as Gary Rockwell
- Cocked (2015) as Burt
- Cooties (2014) as Mr. Pederson
- Lab Rats (2012) as Announcer
- Franklin & Bash (2011) as Henry Shae's Boss
- Good Luck Charlie (2010) as Bernie
- Speed-Dating (2010) as Dr. Petesmith
- Sudden Death! (2010) as Jim
- Glee (2009) as Rob Adams
- Halloween II (2009) as Deputy Fred King
- Chuck (2007) as Big Mike
- Heroes (2006) as Mr. Lamont
- The Pursuit of Happyness (2006) as Wayne
- SHOUT! An Evening of Gospel Comedy (2006) as Himself
- SHOUT! An Evening of Gospel Comedy (2006) Writer
- Weeds (2005) as Mike
- My Name Is Earl (2005) as Jack Knox
- The Island (2005) as Construction Worker
- Ordinary Miracles (2005) as Duty Sergeant
- Life Is Ruff (2005) as Calvin's Dad
- Hot Properties (2005)
- Fair Game (2005) as Wesley
- Garfield (2004) as Christopher Mello
- Christmas with the Kranks (2004) as Wes Trogden
- Tiger Cruise (2004) as Pop
- The Mullets (2003)
- Lost Treasure (2003) as Danny G.
- American Dreams (2002) as Melvin Bishop
- Crossing Jordan (2001) as Rob Morton
- Reba (2001) as Bar Bouncer
- Grounded for Life (2001) as Duane
- Planet of the Apes (2001) as Friend at Leo's Party
- K-PAX (2001) as Simms
- Emeril (2001)
- Malcolm in the Middle (2000) as Sheriff #1
- Retiring Tatiana (2000) as E.J.
- Senseless (1998) as Wig Shop Owner
- Dharma & Greg (1997) as Arnold
- That Darn Cat (1997) as Rollo
- 3rd Rock from the Sun (1996) as Bartender
- Men Behaving Badly (1996) as Russell
- Crimson Tide (1995) as Head Cook Rono
- The George Wendt Show (1995) as Fletcher Williams
- Tales from the Hood (1995) as Prison Guard
- Out of the Night: The Stephen Arrington Story (1995) as Burns
- Touched by an Angel (1994) as Hank
- Sister, Sister (1994) as Mr. Kirkpatrick
- Fear of a Black Hat (1994) as Tone Def
- 12:01 (1993) as Jack
- Martin (1992) as Security Guard
- Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991) as Burly Attendant
- Child's Play 3 (1991) as Cop
- Seinfeld (1989) as Skycap
- Seinfeld (1989) as Boss
- Coach (1989) as Big Dave
- Listen to Me (1989)
- Caddyshack II (1988) as Construction Worker
- In The Cards as Mayor
- The Cast Members as Oscar Bravo
- The Ender Home
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Mark Christopher Lawrence best known for?
Mark Christopher Lawrence is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including All the Queen's Men (2021), Cooties (2014), Lab Rats (2012), Confessions of a Driving Instructor (1976).
When and where was Mark Christopher Lawrence born?
Mark Christopher Lawrence was born on May 22, 1964 in Los Angeles, California, USA.
How many credits does Mark Christopher Lawrence have?
Mark Christopher Lawrence has accumulated over 81 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1988 to 2025.
What is Mark Christopher Lawrence's background in cinema and television?
Mark Christopher Lawrence is an American actor, stand-up comedian, and voice-over artist born on May 22, 1964, in Los Angeles, California. He is known for his role as the esoteric disc jockey Tone Deaf in the 1994 satirical rap mockumentary Fear of a Black Hat. His film credits include roles in Terminator 2: Judgment D...