Biography

Paul Gladney, better known by the stage name Paul Mooney, was an American comedian, writer, social critic, and television and film actor. He is best known as a writer for comedian Richard Pryor, playing singer Sam Cooke in The Buddy Holly Story and Junebug in Bamboozled, and his appearances on Chappelle's Show.

Known For

All Star Comedy Jam: Live from Dallas

Meet the Blacks

Klansman

The Old Settler

Man at Counter

Andrew Dice Clay and His Gang Live! The Valentine's Day Massacre

Self

Bamboozled

Junebug

Paul Mooney: Analyzing White America

Self

Bustin' Loose

Marvin

Sandra Bernhard: Confessions of a Pretty Lady

Self