Kevin Hart

Kevin Darnell Hart was born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he launched his entertainment career during an amateur night at a local comedy club. His energetic humor and relatable stage presence quickly gained traction, establishing him as a rising talent in stand-up comedy during the early 2000s. Hart's transition to Hollywood proved remarkably successful. He has become a major box office force, opening eleven films at number one and accumulating more than $4.23 billion in global revenue across his filmography. This success reflects his ability to translate his comedic talent to both dramatic and comedic film roles, establishing him as one of the entertainment industry's most bankable stars. Beyond acting, Hart has developed a comprehensive media and entertainment empire. In 2024, he earned the prestigious Mark Twain Prize for American Comedy, becoming the 25th recipient and notably the youngest honoree to date. As Chairman and CEO of Hartbeat, he oversees a global, multi-platform media company that merges Hartbeat Productions' television and film production capabilities with Laugh Out Loud's distribution network, marketing, and digital infrastructure. Hart also founded HartBeat Ventures, further expanding his entrepreneurial footprint. Hart's business portfolio extends well beyond media production. He is a founding partner in Gran Coramino, a premium tequila brand, and co-founder of VitaHustle, a nutritional wellness company. His brand partnerships span major corporations including Netflix, Peacock, Sirius XM, Audible, Sam's Club, Chase JPMorgan, DraftKings, and others, demonstrating the breadth of his commercial influence.