Suliman "Suli" McCullough (born January 12, 1968) is an American actor, comedian, and writer. He is best known for his recurring role as Dwayne "Mouse" Abercromie on

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sitcom '' The Jamie Foxx Show'', and his portrayal of "Crazy Legs" in the 1996 spoof comedy film ''

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''. McCullough also portrayed the voice of a clown doll in another parody film, '' Scary Movie 2''.

Early life

Suli was born in Cupertino, California, and graduated from Cupertino High School in 1985. He attended the

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Career

McCullough has also had several dramatic roles depicting real-life individuals. He portrayed

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's oldest biological son Craig Turner in the 1993

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'' What's Love Got to Do with It'', as well as civil rights icon

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in the 1993

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movie ''

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''. Additionally, he was a writer on ''

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'' and has been the head writer for

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's ESPY Awards. McCullough was credited as a writer for the 73rd Primetime Emmy Awards,

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, and

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Personal life

Suli has two children with former wife Donyell McCullough. His oldest daughter, Kennedy, is an actress. His son, Nahzi, is a model.

Filmography

Film

Television

References

External links

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