Mike Epps is an American actor, stand-up comedian, producer, writer, and rapper. He started his career as a stand-up comedian, while touring at clubs and colleges all over the country. Later on, he appeared in a few small roles in films such as Menace II Society and Friday. His first big break came in 2002 where he starred in The Fighting Temptations. Since then, he has had many successes including starring in hit tv shows like The Hughleys, starring in the Resident Evil movies, writing and producing his own films, being a voice actor in many animated films & shows, and appearing in the hit films Next Friday and Friday After Next. He is highly respected for his comedic acting, performing, and producing in the entertainment industry.