Biography
Darryl Lynn 'D. L.' Hughley (born March 6, 1963) is an American actor and stand-up comedian. He is best known as the star of the ABC/UPN sitcom The Hughleys, and as one of the four comedians featured in the Spike Lee film The Original Kings of Comedy. Additionally, he has been the host of CNN's D. L. Hughley Breaks the News, a correspondent for The Jay Leno Show on NBC, and a local radio personality in New York City.
Known For
Complete Filmography
N.W.A.: Not Without Alonzo
2025
Chronicles the origins and evolution of West Coast hip-hop through the life and influence of Alonzo "Lonzo" Williams. Known as the "Godfather of West ...
Sign the Show
2023
as Self
Sign The Show: Deaf Culture, Access and Entertainment is a feature-length documentary providing insight into Deaf culture and the quest for access to ...
2021 and Done with Snoop Dogg & Kevin Hart
2021
as Self
An edgy, insightful and hilarious retrospective of a year that began with so much promise, but mostly turned into a sequel of the sh*t show that was 2...
This Is Stand-Up
2020
as Self
An intimate and revealing insight into the work and lives of Stand-Up Comedians. Some of the biggest names in the game reveal what it's like to pursue...
D.L. Hughley: Contrarian
2018
as Himself
Comedian D.L. Hughley riffs on politics, "Black Panther," his upbringing and more in a rapid-fire stand-up show at Philadelphia's Merriam Theater.
D.L. Hughley: Contrarian
2018
Writer
Comedian D.L. Hughley riffs on politics, "Black Panther," his upbringing and more in a rapid-fire stand-up show at Philadelphia's Merriam Theater.
Def Comedy Jam 25
2017
as Self
In this special live event, giants of stand-up come together to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Russell Simmons's groundbreaking "Def Comedy Jam."
Dying Laughing
2017
as Self
The craft, creative process and complicated lives of Stand-up Comedians.
D.L. Hughley: Clear
2014
as Himself
Legendary comedian D.L. Hughley takes the stage at the Regency Ballroom in San Francisco for his new hilarious stand up special, Clear. In this uproar...
D.L. Hughley: Clear
2014
Writer
Legendary comedian D.L. Hughley takes the stage at the Regency Ballroom in San Francisco for his new hilarious stand up special, Clear. In this uproar...
D.L. Hughley: The Endangered List
2012
as Himself
With the black man's numbers dwindling and his habitat encroached upon (we mean you, Jeremy Lin), superstar comic DL Hughley is determined to get fede...
D.L. Hughley: The Endangered List
2012
Director
With the black man's numbers dwindling and his habitat encroached upon (we mean you, Jeremy Lin), superstar comic DL Hughley is determined to get fede...
D.L. Hughley: Reset
2012
as Himself
If you like your comedy served up raw, tasty and wicked-funny, D.L. Hughley is your kind of stand-up guy. One of the most popular comedians of film, T...
D.L. Hughley: Reset
2012
Writer
If you like your comedy served up raw, tasty and wicked-funny, D.L. Hughley is your kind of stand-up guy. One of the most popular comedians of film, T...
I Ain't Scared of You: A Tribute to Bernie Mac
2012
as Self
I AIN'T SCARED OF YOU is a documentary tribute to Bernie Mac (1957-2008). From his stand-up in underground Chicago comedy clubs to the Big Screen in H...
Cat Run
2011
as Dexter
When a sexy, high-end escort holds the key evidence to a scandalous government cover-up, two bumbling young detectives become her unlikely protectors ...
All Star Comedy Jam: Live from South Beach
2009
Shaquille O'Neal turns up the heat for the second edition of the All Star Comedy Jam, with the legendary D.L. Hughley playing emcee and stand-up sha...
Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy
2009
as Self
Directors Robert Townsend and Quincy Newell offer this comprehensive and hilarious examination of the history, evolution and cultural significance of ...
D.L. Hughley: Unapologetic
2007
as Himself
Star actor/comedian D.L. Hughley appears in his first solo HBO special, a no-holds-barred 60-minute routine performed in front of a live audience at T...
D.L. Hughley: Unapologetic
2007
Writer
Star actor/comedian D.L. Hughley appears in his first solo HBO special, a no-holds-barred 60-minute routine performed in front of a live audience at T...
Def Comedy Jam Classics: Volume Two
2006
as Self
Long before Hollywood came calling with films such as Johnson Family Vacation, Steve Harvey was slaying audiences at comedy clubs. This collection of ...
We Don't Die, We Multiply: The Robin Harris Story
2006
as Himself
Featuring hysterical performance footage and insightful interviews, this affectionate documentary profiles Robin Harris, one of the most respected bla...
The Adventures of Brer Rabbit
2006
as Brer Fox (voice)
Get ready for all of the laughs, adventure and hip-hopping good times in this all-new imaginative and modern retelling of Uncle Remus' best-loved tale...
Cloud 9
2006
as Tenspot
Has-been sports promoter Billy Cole gets a second shot at fame and fortune when he puts together a women's volleyball team, comprised of exotic dancer...
Shackles
2005
as Ben Cross
An aspiring teacher (Hughley) takes the one job he's offered, a position at a school inside a prison.
D.L. Hughley: Shocked & Appalled
2005
Highly outspoken comic D.L. Hughley takes on race, politics, marriage, and the whole "Soul Plane" thing.
D.L. Hughley: Shocked & Appalled
2005
Writer
Highly outspoken comic D.L. Hughley takes on race, politics, marriage, and the whole "Soul Plane" thing.
Last Laugh '04
2004
as Self
Comedy Central's Last Laugh '04 was a "year-in-review" type show where comedians talked about events in 2004. The show featured stand-up sets by Norm ...
Soul Plane
2004
as Johnny
Following a ridiculously awful flight that leads to his pet's death, Nashawn Wade files a lawsuit against the airline, and wins a multimillion-dollar ...
Before They Were Kings: Vol. 1
2004
as Himself
The greats of comedy, when they were young and struggling with their great early routines.
Before They Were Kings: Vol. 1
2004
Writer
The greats of comedy, when they were young and struggling with their great early routines.
Scary Movie 3
2003
as John Wilson
In the third installment of the Scary Movie franchise, news anchorwoman Cindy Campbell has to investigate mysterious crop circles and killing video ta...
D.L. Hughley Live
2003
Riding high on the success of both his hit sitcom "The Hughleys" and "The Original Kings of Comedy" tour, D.L. Hughley goes solo in this installment o...
Chasing Papi
2003
as Rodrigo
Playboy Thomas Fuentes has so far been able to skate by in life on good looks and charm alone. But when his duplicitous relationships with three women...
Inspector Gadget 2
2003
as Gadgetmobile (voice)
After capturing Claw, all the criminals have gone into hiding. Until Claw escapes! Gadget thinks he will get the case, but everyone else has other pla...
Richard Pryor: I Ain't Dead Yet, #*%$#@!!
2003
as Self
This documentary praises comedian Richard Pryor by showing fragments of various shows Pryor made and having famous comedians talk about the importance...
Latham Entertainment Presents: An All New Comedy Experience
2003
as Himself
The stand-up comedy concert film Latham Entertainment Presents features a handful of African-American comedians including D.L. Hughley, Bruce Bruce, E...
Platinum Comedy Series: Roasting Shaquille O'Neal
2002
as Self
The Shaquille O'Neal Celebrity Roast is a unique urban comedy special that combines the world of sports and entertainment. In an unconventional format...
The Brothers
2001
as Derrick West
This is the story of four African-American "yuppies" (a banker, a doctor, a lawyer, and a "playboy") who call themselves "The Brothers". When the play...
Laughing Out Loud: America's Funniest Comedians
2001
as Self (archive footage)
This set gives you a chance to see some of today's best comedians when they were much younger. some peoples bits are very short, one joke short, which...
The Original Kings of Comedy
2000
as Self
The house is rockin' and the laughs are rollin' as comedians Steve Harvey (The Steve Harvey Show), D.L. Hughley (The Hughleys), Cedric The Entertainer...
The Original Kings of Comedy
2000
Writer
The house is rockin' and the laughs are rollin' as comedians Steve Harvey (The Steve Harvey Show), D.L. Hughley (The Hughleys), Cedric The Entertainer...
D.L. Hughley: Going Home
1999
as Himself
The comedy star takes the stage for his third HBO solo stand-up performance in an hour-long show full of sidesplitting material, including his insight...
D.L. Hughley: Going Home
1999
Writer, Executive Producer
The comedy star takes the stage for his third HBO solo stand-up performance in an hour-long show full of sidesplitting material, including his insight...
Inspector Gadget
1999
as Gadgetmobile (voice)
John Brown is a bumbling but well-intentioned security guard who is badly injured in an explosion planned by an evil mastermind. He is taken to a labo...
Def Comedy Jam: All Stars 1
1999
Russell Simmons brings you a standout collection from his iconic series, Def Comedy Jam. Hosted by the dynamic Martin Lawrence, these three episodes s...
HBO Comedy Half-Hour: D.L. Hughley
1994
Comedian D.L. Hughley performs his uncensored routine in front of a live audience.
HBO Comedy Half-Hour: D.L. Hughley
1994
Writer
Comedian D.L. Hughley performs his uncensored routine in front of a live audience.
One Night Stand: D.L. Hughley
1992
as Himself
Stand up special