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Also known as Bernard Jeffrey McCullough, Bernard McCullough

American actor (1957–2008)

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Bernie Mac was an American actor and comedian who became famous for his roles in movies and television shows from the 1990s until his death in 2008. He is remembered as an influential entertainer who brought comedic talent and personality to Hollywood during his career.

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  • I Don't Care If You Like Me, I Like Me
  • I Ain't Scared of You
  • I ain't scared of you
  • Maybe you never cry again

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Active from
1967-07
Active to
2022

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Bernard Jeffrey McCullough (October 5, 1957 – August 9, 2008), better known by the stage name Bernie Mac, was an American actor and comedian. Born and raised on the South Side of Chicago, Mac gained popularity as a stand-up comedian. He joined comedians Steve Harvey, Cedric the Entertainer and D.L. Hughley as The Original Kings of Comedy. After briefly hosting the HBO show Midnight Mac, Mac appeared in several movie in smaller roles. His most notable movie role was as Frank Catton in the remake

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Bernie Mac
date of birth
1957-10-05
date of death
2008-08-09
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Bernie Mac
start of work period
1992-00-00
end of work period
2008-00-00
birth name
Bernard Jeffrey McCullough
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Bernard Jeffrey McCullough (October 5, 1957 – August 9, 2008), known professionally as Bernie Mac, was an American stand-up comedian, actor and film producer. His most noted film roles were as Frank Catton in the Ocean's film series from 2001 through 2007 and as the title character of Mr. 3000. Mac joined Steve Harvey, Cedric the Entertainer, and D. L. Hughley as one of the "Big Four" comedians in the film The Original Kings of Comedy. After briefly hosting the HBO show Midnight Mac, Mac appeared in several films in smaller roles. He was the star of The Bernie Mac Show, which ran from 2001 through 2006, earning him two Emmy Award nominations for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series. His other films included starring roles in The Players Club, Head of State, Bad Santa, Guess Who, Pride, and Soul Men. Mac died at age 50 on August 9, 2008 in Chicago, Illinois from complications of pneumonia.

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