Where did Marlon Wayans go to high school? Actor's complete filmography explored as he picks up his diploma 35 years later

American actor, comedian, and producer Marlon Wayans went to high school at Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts in New York. Wayans was a part of the Class of 1990, and after 35 years, he finally decided to pick up his high school diploma.

Wayans might never have picked up his long-overdue diploma if he hadn’t returned to his old high school to film a segment about his experience at LaGuardia. The official LaGuardia Arts Facebook and Instagram accounts shared a photo of the actor with Principal Marwah. The caption reads:

"Superintendent Beidleman of @manhattanhsdistrict and Principal Marwah welcomed @marlonwayans back to LaG! He came to film an interview for an upcoming segment on @cbssundaymorning and spoke about his time as a student at LaGuardia! Make sure to check it out. He even had time to get his diploma since he was unable to pick it up when he graduated with the class of 1990."

After 35 years of graduating, Marlon has appeared in at least 30 films. Keep reading to know his complete filmography.

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Marlon Wayans' complete filmography

Marlon Wayans began acting in 1992 by appearing as himself on the American sketch comedy show In Living Color. He later moved to film and has appeared in a few popular films, including Scary Movie, White Chicks, Dance Flick, and more.

Have a look at the complete list of Wayans' filmography, including his work in films, television series, documentaries, music videos, and more.

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Film

Here are all the films Marlon Wayans has appeared in, including the roles he played and the year the film was released.

• I'm Gonna Git You Sucka - Pedestrian (1988)
• Mo' Money - Seymour Stewart (1992)
• Above the Rim - Bugaloo (1994)
• Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood - Loc Dog, also co-writer (1996)
• The 6th Man - Kenny Tyler (1997)
• Senseless - Darryl Witherspoon (1998)
• Requiem for a Dream - Tyrone C. Love (2000)
• Scary Movie - Shorty Meeks, also co-writer (2000)
• The Tangerine Bear - Louie Blue, voice (2000)
• Dungeons & Dragons - Snails (2000)
• Scary Movie 2 - Shorty Meeks, also co-writer (2001)
• The Ladykillers - Gawain MacSam (2004)
• White Chicks - Marcus Anthony Copeland II / Tiffany Wilson, also co-writer, producer (2004)
• Behind the Smile - Danny Styles (2006)
• Little Man - Calvin "Baby-face" Sims, also co-writer and producer (2006)
• Norbit - Buster "Bust-A-Move" Perkin (2007)
• Dance Flick - Mr. Moody, also co-writer and producer (2009)
• G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra - Rip Cord (2009)
• Marmaduke - Lightning, voice (2010)
• A Haunted House - Malcolm Johnson, also co-writer and producer (2013)
• The Heat - Special Agent Levy (2013)
• A Haunted House 2 - Malcolm Johnson, also co-writer and producer (2014)
• Fifty Shades of Black - Christian Black (2016)
• Naked - Rob Anderson (2017)
• Sextuplets - Various roles (2019)
• On the Rocks - Dean (2020)
• Respect - Ted White (2021)
• Back Home Again - Mr. Tortoise, short film (2021)
• The Curse of Bridge Hollow - Howard Gordon, also producer (2022)
• Air - George Raveling (2023)
• Him - Isaiah White (2025)
• Scary Movie 6 - Shorty Meeks, also co-writer and producer (2026)

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Television

Marlon began his acting career on In Living Color. He has played more television roles compared to his film roles. Under this list, his roles as a television show host are also included.

Have a look at them below:

• In Living Color - Himself, 17 episodes (Season 3-4) (1992-1993)
• The Wayans Bros. - Marlon Williams, 101 episodes, also co-creator, sketch writer (1995-1999)
• The Parent 'Hood - Himself, episode: "Ode to Billy Shankbreath" (1996)
• Mr. Show with Bob and David - KKK Member, episode: "The Biggest Failure in Broadway History" (1996)
• Waynehead - Blue, voice; 6 episodes (1996-1997)
• Hollywood Squares - Himself, recurring panelist (1999)
• Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child - Bad Bobby, voice; episode: "The Bremen Town Musicians" (1999)
• Comedy Central Canned Ham - Himself, episode: "Scary Movie" (2000)
• MTV Video Music Awards - Main host (2000)
• Mad TV - Himself, episode: "Episode #6.25" (2001)
• Mad TV - Himself, episode: "Episode #11.1" (2005)
• The Boo Crew - Dirty, voice; television specials (2006)
• Six Degrees - Homeless Guy, episode: "The Puncher" (2006)
• Children's Hospital - Dr. Black, episode: "The Black Doctor" (2011)
• Sidewalks Entertainment - Himself, host; episode: "Marlon Wayans" (2013)
• Anderson Live - Co-host; episode: "Episode #2.77" (2013)
• Second Generation Wayans - Himself, 2 episodes; also executive producer (2013)
• Legit - Doctor, episode: "Fatherhood" (2013)
• Funniest Wins - Himself, host; 8 episodes (2014)
• Deal with It - Himself, episode: "Marlon Wayans & Mo Mandel" (2014)
• Lip Sync Battle - Competitor; episode: "Queen Latifah vs. Marlon Wayans" (2015)
• I Can Do That - Main host (2015)
• America's Got Talent - Guest judge; episode: "Judge Cuts 3" (2015)
• Hollywood Game Night - Player; episode: "Way-ans to Go!" (2016)
• The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore - Panelist; episode: "Rand Paul Talks Donald Trump's Candidacy" (2016)
• Givit Wednesday - Himself, episode: "Puppies & Tattoos - Marlon Wayans/Alison Eastwood" (2016)
• Big Boy's Big Brawl - Himself, episode: "Pilot" (2016)
• Animals. - Ry-Ry, voice; episode: "Squirrels Part I" (2016)
• Safeword - Himself, episode: "Kevin Hart vs. Damien Dante Wayans" (2017)
• Marlon - Marlon Wayne, 20 episodes; also co-creator and executive producer (2017-2018)
• Do or Dare - Himself, episode: "Marlon Wayans vs. Naomi" (2018)
• Drop the Mic - Himself, episode: "Episode #2.3" (2018)
• The Hollywood Puppet Show - Himself, episode: "Marlon Wayans and Bow Wow" (2018)
• Sherman's Showcase - Himself, episode: "Enemies" (2019)
• To Tell the Truth - Himself, episode: "Marlon Wayans, Arsenio Hall, and Joel McHale" (2022)
• Oh Hell No! with Marlon Wayans - Himself, host; 6 episodes (2022)
• Bel-Air - Lou, 3 episodes (2022-2024)
• The Daily Show - Himself, recurring host; season 28 (2023)
• Poppa's House - Melvin (2025)

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Comedy specials

These include some of Wayans' stand-up comedy shows.

• Marlon Wayans: Woke-ish (2018)
• Marlon Wayans: You Know What It Is (2021)
• Marlon Wayans Presents: The Headliners (2022)
• Marlon Wayans: God Loves Me (2023)
• Marlon Wayans: Good Grief (2024)

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Documentary

Wayans has appeared in five documentaries throughout his acting career. These include:

• The Best of Robert Townsend & His Partners in Crime (1991)
• Tupac: Resurrection (2003)
• Hubert Selby Jr.: It'll Be Better Tomorrow (2005)
• Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy (2009)
• Venus and Serena (2012)

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Music videos

Wayans has starred in two music videos so far. The first was in Luther Vandross & Janet Jackson's The Best Things In Life Are Free (1992), and the second music video is for Tiana's Just My Type (2008).

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Wayans' decision to finally collect his high school diploma after 35 years is both symbolic and inspiring. After decades of success in Hollywood, his gesture highlights the importance of education and unfinished milestones. His return to his high school acts as a reminder that it is never too late to complete what you once started.