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Born Name:
Lavell Maurice Crawford
Born Date:
November 11, 1968
Born Place:
St. Louis, Missouri
Died Date:
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Occupations:
Comedian, actor
Brief Biography:
Lavell Maurice Crawford best known for his role as Huell Babineaux in Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul. Known for his high-energy, observational comedy, he has released acclaimed specials, including the Grammy-nominated Comedy Vaccine (2021).
Early Life and Career:
Beginnings: Started performing stand-up in 1990, featuring on BET's ComicView in the 1990s.
Breakthrough: Gained national attention as a contestant on NBC's Last Comic Standing in 2007, finishing in second place.
Acting Roles:
Breaking Bad/Better Call Saul: Played Saul Goodman’s bodyguard, Huell Babineaux, from 2011 to 2022.
Film & TV: Appeared in The Ridiculous 6 (2015), American Ultra (2015), Workaholics, and It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia.
Key Accomplishments:
Grammy Nomination: His 2021 special, Comedy Vaccine, was nominated for Best Comedy Album.
Stand-up Special: Recorded Can a Brother Get Some Love? in 2011.