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Marlon Wayans to Guest Star on CBS Comedy 'Poppa's House'

Wayans joins his brother Damon Wayans and nephew Damon Wayans Jr. in a February episode of the family sitcom.

  • Marlon Wayans will play Melvin, the brother of Damon Wayans' character Poppa, in a guest role set to air in February 2025.
  • Melvin is described as a scheming character who arrives with a questionable business idea, causing tension within the family.
  • The show, which debuted in October 2024, has been extended to an 18-episode first season following its strong early performance in CBS' Monday lineup.
  • The role reunites Marlon Wayans with Essence Atkins, who co-starred with him in the NBC sitcom 'Marlon' from 2017 to 2018.
  • Marlon Wayans is also working on a 'Scary Movie' reboot with his brothers and has upcoming roles in the psychological thriller 'Him' and his ongoing stand-up comedy tour.
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