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Walter Latham, Jr. | |
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| Occupation | Producer |
Walter Latham, Jr (December 12, 1970), is an American film producer. Born and raised in the Brooklyn, New York, Latham overcame many hardships along his road to success. His comedy production company, Latham Entertainment, is said to be responsible for the careers of Tyler Perry, Bernie Mac, Steve Harvey, Mo'Nique and countless others. His releases, The Original Kings of Comedy, Queens of Comedy, Latham Entertainment Presents, and Bad Boys of Comedy have grossed more than $105 million worldwide.[1]
Early life
Walter Latham was born in Brooklyn, New York, where he was raised in a single-parent home with his Mother and younger sister. From childhood, he listened to the comedy albums of Eddie Murphy and Richard Pryor in hopes of being able to reach success in the entertainment world himself someday. In search of a better life, he moved to North Carolina in his teens but found life there to be equally as difficult. Guided by his own passion for comedy, Latham dropped out of East Carolina University at age 20 to start a promotions company and produce comedy shows. Walter started the company with a $4000 loan and the unequivocal support and encouragement of his mother. Although his first show flopped because the talent was a no-show, Latham did not let that deter him from reaching his goal.[2]
Career
Filmography
| Film | ||||
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| Year | Film | Featured Comedians | Notes | |
| 2000 | The Original Kings of Comedy | Steve Harvey, Bernie Mac, Cedric The Entertainer, D.L. Hughley | Film grossed over $37 million during its run at the box office. It is the 2nd highest grossing comedy stand-up film of all time. Nominated for NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Motion Picture; Soundtrack nominated for a Grammy for the Best Spoken Comedy Album in 2000 | |
| 2001 | Runteldat | Martin Lawrence | Tour grossed more than $7M opening weekend and is the 4th highest grossing stand-up film in history. | |
| Comedy Tours | ||||
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| Year(s) | Tour Name | Featured Comedians | Notes | |
| 1992 | Schlitz Malt Liquor Tour | D.L. Hughley and Bernie Mac | ||
| 1993 | Zima Clear Malt Comedy Jam | Bill Belamy and Chris Tucker | ||
| 1995 | What About Me | Chris Tucker | ||
| 1997-1999 | Kings of Comedy | Steve Harvey, Bernie Mac, Cedric The Entertainer | Tour grossed more than $18 Million in its first year. | |
| 2000-2001 | Queens of Comedy | Mo'Nique, Sommore, Adele Givens, Laura Hayes | ||
| 2001 | Runteldat | Martin Lawrence | ||
| 2002-2003 | Latham Entertainment Presents | J Anthony Brown, Earthquake, Bruce Bruce, Sommore, DL Hughley | Released to DVD 2003 | |
| 2003 | Crown Royal Comedy Soul Festival | Rickey Smiley, Earthquake, Bruce Bruce, Adele Givens | ||
| 2005-2007 | P.Diddy Presents The Bad Boys of Comedy | MC'd by Doug E. Fresh | Co-Executive Produced by Latham Entertainment | |
| Television | ||||
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| Year | Title | Network | Featured Comedians/Hosts | Notes |
| 1996-1997 | Bring The Pain | HBO | Chris Rock | |
| 2001 | Queens of Comedy | Showtime | Mo'Nique, Sommore, Adele Givens, Laura Hayes | The special was Showtime’s highest rated special in 2001 |
| 2008 | Shaken Not Stirred | MyNetwork TV | Hosts: D.L. Hughley,Anthony Anderson, Paul Rodriguez, John Salley | 5 Episodes; Toastees included Reverend Al Sharpton, Pamela Anderson, Bobby Brown,Ice T and Rev Run |