
Anthony Anderson
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Anthony Alexandre Anderson (born August 15, 1970) is an American actor, comedian and game show host. He is best known for his leading roles in drama series such as Marlin Boulet on K-Ville, and as NYPD Detective Kevin Bernard on the NBC crime drama Law & Order and comedy sitcom television series Guys with Kids as well as leading roles in comedy series such as Andre "Dre" Johnson on Black-ish. He had major roles in feature films such as Kangaroo Jack (2003), The Departed (2006), Transformers (2007), and Scream 4 (2011). Anderson is also a regular judge on Food Network's Iron Chef America and also has more roles on other television programs such as All About the Andersons, The Bernie Mac Show, and The Shield. Since June 2016, he has served as host of the ABC version of the game show To Tell the Truth. In addition, he has served as a guest panelist for various game shows.
Known for
Credits

Scary Movie (2026)
as Anthony Anderson

The Departed (2006)
as Brown

Scary Movie 3 (2003)
as Mahalik

Scream 4 (2011)
as Deputy Perkins

Scary Movie 4 (2006)
as Mahalik

Hoodwinked! (2005)
as Detective Bill Stork (voice)

Cradle 2 the Grave (2003)
as Tommy

Me, Myself & Irene (2000)
as Jamaal Baileygates

Arthur and the Invisibles (2006)
as Koolomassai (voice)

Ferdinand (2017)
as Bones (voice)

The Star (2017)
as Zach (voice)

Big Momma's House (2000)
as Nolan

Transformers (2007)
as Glen Whitmann

Exit Wounds (2001)
as T.K. Johnson

Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle (2004)
as Burger Shack Employee

Romeo Must Die (2000)
as Maurice

Life (1999)
as Cookie

Grudge Match (2013)
as Mr. Sandpaper Hands

G20 (2025)
as Derek Sutton

Urban Legends: Final Cut (2000)
as Stan

The Back-Up Plan (2010)
as Playground Dad

Kangaroo Jack (2003)
as Louis Booker

Barbershop: The Next Cut (2016)
as J.D.

The Big Year (2011)
as Bill Clemont

Barbershop (2002)
as J.D.

You People (2023)
as Barber #1

Hustle & Flow (2005)
as Key

Malibu's Most Wanted (2003)
as PJ

Two Can Play That Game (2001)
as Tony

Agent Cody Banks 2: Destination London (2004)
as Derek Bowman

The Town that Dreaded Sundown (2014)
as Lone Wolf Morales

See Spot Run (2001)
as Benny

Small Town Crime (2018)
as Teddy Banks

Hot Bot (2016)
as Agent Frazier

King's Ransom (2005)
as Malcolm King

3 Strikes (2000)
as Prison Guard

The Power of Few (2013)
as Junkshow

Norman Lear: 100 Years of Music and Laughter (2022)
as Self

Beats (2019)
as Romelo Reese

Kingdom Come (2001)
as Junior Slocumb

I Ain't Scared of You: A Tribute to Bernie Mac (2012)
as Self

Goats (2012)
as Coach

Misty Green (2026)
Actor

The Real Full Monty (2024)
as Self - Host

The Last Stand (2006)
as Jay

The Most Magical Story on Earth: 50 Years of Walt Disney World (2021)
as Self

The Breaks (1999)
as Inmate #1

Liberty Heights (1999)
as Scribbles

Live in Front of a Studio Audience: "All in the Family" and "Good Times" (2019)
as Self - Performer
Saving OurSelves: BET COVID-19 Relief Effort (2020)
as Self - Co-Host

My Baby's Daddy (2004)
as G

Alien Avengers (1996)
as Alley Hood #2

Steppin: The Movie (2009)
as Trevor

black-ish: A Celebration – An ABC News Special (2022)
as Self
The Osbourne Family Christmas Special (2003)
as Self

Trippin' (1999)
as Z Boy

Live in Front of a Studio Audience: Norman Lear's "All in the Family" and "The Jeffersons" (2019)
as Uncle Henry

Katt Williams: The Pimp Chronicles Pt. 1 (2006)
as Self - Host

Dear Mama: A Love Letter to Mom (2019)
Actor

Hand In Hand: A Benefit For Hurricane Relief (2017)
as Self

The Making of Exit Wounds (2002)
as Self

Don't Let the Pigeon Do Storytime (2020)
as Self

Laffapalooza Live From Las Vegas (2008)
Actor

Lionel Richie: The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize For Popular Song (2022)
as Self - Host

The Gospel Live Concert (2005)
as Host

Dear Mama: A Love Letter To Moms (2018)
as Host





