Hart draws his inspiration from role
models like fellow Philadelphian Bill
Cosby, Chris Rock, Eddie Murphy, and
Dave Chappelle. He strives to combine the best qualities of all these men
into his own act
Hart draws his inspiration from
role models like fellow Philadelphian Bill Cosby, Chris Rock,
Eddie Murphy, and Dave Chappelle. He strives to combine the
best qualities of all these men
into his own act. “When you talk
about your flaws, people gravitate towards you,” Hart said in
an interview with Rolling Stone
magazine. “I’m just not that manly
man.” This humility may be somewhat attributed to his short stature, since he is only five feet, four
inches tall.
Hart’s comedy tours began in 2009
with his act titled “I’m a Grown
Little Man,” followed by “Seriously
Funny” in 2010, “Laugh At My
Pain” in 2011, and most recently,
his TV special titled “Let Me Explain” in 2013. Hart grossed over
$15 million from “Laugh At My
Pain,” making it one of the year’s
top-selling comedy tours. Hart
also has a game available through
iTunes called “Little Jumpman.”
His Facebook page, Twitter account, and YouTube channel are
all connected to and accessible
through this app. Most overseas
fans of Hart discovered him on
YouTube, as well.
On May 22, 2003, Hart married
Torrei Hart and they had two children, Heaven Leigh and Hendrix.
In February 2010 the couple filed
for divorce, citing irreconcilable
differences. Hart requested joint
custody, looking to prevent Torrei
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