Elvira Wayans’ Siblings: Facts about Her 9 Brothers & Sisters

Elvira Wayans was born into a family of iconic entertainers who continue trailblazing through the comic and acting industry. Her siblings have collaborated on numerous productions; however, little is known about her life and career.

Elvira Wayans is one of ten siblings, born to and named after social worker and homemaker Elvira and supermarket manager Howell Wayans. Eight of Elvira's nine brothers and sisters have made names for themselves in the entertainment industry.

However, she and her sister, Devonne Chaunté "Vonnie" Wayans, have largely remained outside the spotlight, and it appears their famous siblings have respected that privacy. Little is known about how they've led their personal lives and careers.

The media primarily acknowledges them as part of the ever-thriving Wayans dynasty. On the contrary, their brothers and sisters have been relatively open about their upbringing and how they've gone about romance and parenthood.

In addition to the curiosity they arouse with their personal lives, the New York City natives, including Kim, Keenen, Damon, Shawn, and Marlon Wayans, have been lauded for their work onscreen, on stage, and behind the scenes.

Nadia Wayans Stays Just as Private as Elvira

Like her sisters, Elvira and Vonnie, Nadia Wayans leads a private life and seems to have only dabbled in acting in the late 1980s. She appeared as a Bar Patron in the 1988 comedy flick "I'm Gonna Git You Sucka."

The film was among the earliest Wayans collaborations, but it's the only onscreen credit under Nadia's name. Per her IMDb, she is a mother of two to Damien Dante Wayans and Chaunte Wayans, both actors and writers.

Kim Wayans Said Their Mom Was the Funnier Parent

Born October 16, 1961, Kim Wayans debuted onscreen in 1987, starring as Allison in the Emmy-nominated series "A Different World," opposite Jasmine Guy, Lisa Bonet, and Cree Summer.

She also appeared as a Night Club Singer in "I'm Gonna Git You Sucka." More roles followed before she joined the main cast of the beloved comedy sketch series "In Living Color" in 1990. After appearing in over a hundred episodes, the show became one of her main staples.

Kim then began writing T.V. material and is chiefly credited for over 60 episodes of "My Wife and Kids." Her love for entertainment sprouted in childhood when she would dress up in costumes she designed and gatecrash stage productions.

"I was a little desperado, trying to be involved in all the community productions that I could get into. I would just show up, get on stage and start performing!" she recalled. Her parents couldn't afford acting classes. When asked which one of them was funnier, she responded:

"My mother; she's hilarious. She's naturally funny, especially when she's not trying to be. She just has a great sense of humor and a great delivery. [...] My father's funny but in an annoying kind of way."

Diedra Wayans Is a Storyteller

Diedra Wayans graduated from Borough of Manhattan Community College/CUNY. It's unknown what she studied, but she founded a Los Angeles-based production company called Wayans GIRL Company in 2002.

"A prolific storyteller, I discover fascinating characters, explore their worlds, and create tv shows that will entertain and relate to diverse audiences all over [...] the world," she wrote of her enterprise.

Ten years later, the self-proclaimed storyteller launched the Wayans Girl Foundation. Her Facebook bio describes her as fun, people-friendly, outgoing, and creative. Diedra is also a wife and mother.

Dwayne Wayans Is a Composer

Dwayne Wayans, the eldest of the clan, drew his first breath on July 20, 1956. Unlike most of his siblings, he gravitated toward music and production in T.V. and film. As a composer, his earliest work comes from the show "My Wife and Kids" between 2003 and 2005.

He also composed for the animated film, "Thugaboo: Sneaker Madness," which starred his sister, Kim, Charlie Murphy, and Michael Rapaport, "Dance Flick," the biographical action film "Domino," and "Little Man."

Between 1990 and 1991, he worked as a production assistant for "In Living Color," which starred Jim Carrey and Jennifer Lopez. He served in the same position for "My Wife and Kids" between 2002 and 2003.

Keenen Ivory Wayans – The Writer and Creator

While Keenen Ivory Wayans, born June 1958, is no stranger to the big and small screens like his siblings, he is chiefly recognized for his work as a writer and producer, particularly the films and T.V. shows starring his brothers and sisters.

The Emmy-winning entertainer wrote, directed, and starred in "I'm Gonna Git You Sucka." He is also the creator of "In Living Color," the 2004 crime-comedy "White Chicks," with Terry Crews, and 2006's "Little Man" with Kerry Washington.

His latest work comes from the T.V. series "The Last O.G.," working alongside Jordan Peele and Tracy Morgan. Keenen married producer Daphne Wayans, and the pair welcomed five children. They tied the knot in 2001 but divorced five years later in 2006.

Damon Wayans's Wide-Spanning Career

Born in September 1960, Damon Wayans got his first onscreen gig alongside Eddie Murphy in 1984's "Beverly Hills Cop." He briefly joined the "Saturday Night Live" cast the following year. He starred in several films and T.V. shows, notably "My Wife and Kids."

He's also known for writing and starring in "Major Payne," as the titular character; he played Jimmy Dix in 1991's "The Last Boy Scout," opposite Bruce Willis; and portrayed John Stewart in 1992's "Mo Money."

Damon is also an author; he published the New York Times best-selling novel, "Red Hats," in 2010. He found love with Lisa Thorner, and they married in 1984. The former couple had four children before divorcing in 2000.

Marlon Wayans – The Stand-up

Marlon Wayans was born on July 23, 1972. He was 16 when he joined the entertainment industry, starring with his older siblings in "I'm Gonna Git You Sucka." But, like them, he divided his attention proportionately to writing, acting, and producing.

The 51-year-old is well-known for "White Chicks," the sitcom "The Wayans Bros," and is a stand-up comedian, currently touring until late October. He was romantically involved with Angelica Zachary between 1992 and 2013, and they had two children.

Shawn Wayans Is a Former Teen Star

Like Marlon, Shawn Wayans had an early start in T.V. and film, debuting in the same movie. Many of the 52-year-old's credits come from collaborations with his siblings, such as "White Chicks," "In Living Color," and "The Wayans Bros."

He has also branched out into writing and producing and has dabbled in the music department. Shawn also does stand-up comedy and is a D.J. Little is known about his love life, but, per his IMDb, he is a father of three.