Marlon Wayans’ Groundbreaking 2025: New Heights in Horror, Comedy, and Social Advocacy

A Transformative Year for a Comedy Legend

With a career spanning nearly 40 years, Marlon Wayans continues to evolve as an artist while staying rooted in his values, using his personal family experiences to advocate for inclusion and acceptance.

Breaking New Ground in Horror

While known for comedy classics like ‘In Living Color’ and ‘Scary Movie’, Wayans is set to terrify audiences in Jordan Peele’s upcoming project ‘HIM’. After nearly thirty years of steady, often wildly popular work, 2025 might be the year of Marlon Wayans.

Return to Comedy Roots

In an exciting development for fans, Wayans is reuniting with original cast members Regina Hall and Anna Faris for a new ‘Scary Movie’ installment. The project marks the first time in 18 years that the Wayans brothers have collaborated on an original script, with production scheduled for October and a planned global theatrical release on June 12, 2026.

Stand-up Success and Social Advocacy

Wayans has launched his ‘Wild Child Tour’ in 2025, adding to his impressive collection of stand-up specials which include ‘Marlon Wayans: Woke-ish’, ‘Marlon Wayans: God Loves Me’ and ‘Marlon Wayans: You Know What It Is’. Beyond entertainment, he has emerged as a strong voice against bigotry and intolerance online, while continuing to work on projects with his siblings who helped establish him as one of the most famous Black comedians in history.

Industry Recognition

In recognition of their contributions to entertainment, the Wayans family was inducted into the NAACP Image Awards Hall of Fame in 2025, cementing their legacy in the industry. As of 2025, Marlon Wayans has built an estimated net worth of $38 million through his diverse career as an actor, producer, comedian, and screenwriter.