D.L. Hughley

D.L. Hughley's success story is one that runs parallel to many African-American entertainers of the 20th century. Born in one of the roughest, impoverished, and crime-filled areas of the nation (south central California), Hughley led a life of juvenile delinquency and ultimately ended up a member of one of the most infamous gangs in the area. It was only after the loss of a family member that he began to turn his life around, which ultimately led him to the stage and standup comedy. After a successful stint on various club circuit tours and BET comedy specials, he teamed up wi...