Damon Wayans on "Poppa's House"

Damon Wayans on “Poppa’s House”

Benjamin Hughes

Damon Wayans knows his way around the Paramount Pictures lot better than most; he used to deliver mail there to all the big stars. And now, of course, he is one. In his new comedy, “Poppa’s House,” which premieres tomorrow night on CBS, he’s a dad with attitude. The chemistry with his co-star feels natural, because it is – his son is played by his real-life son, Damon Wayans Jr.

Both agreed that it was their goal to make each other laugh. “That’s the ultimate goal really, is to make people who you respect laugh,” said Damon Jr. “If I can get my dad to break in a scene, that just gives me more energy for the next take.”

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Damon Wayans and Damon Wayans Jr, stars of the new comedy series “Poppa’s House.” 

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And for 64-year-old Damon Sr., comedy is both an occupation and a legacy. For nearly four decades, Damon Wayans has been creating some of the edgier characters on TV and film, from a Marine drill instructor in “Major Payne,” to the angry clown from “In Living Color,” named Homey.

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Story produced by John D’Amelio. Editor: Steven Tyler. 

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