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Reno Wilson

Reno Wilson made his television debut as Theo's best friend, Howard, on the legendary television series, "The Cosby Show." He has since starred and guest-starred in dozens of television series, including "Heist," Blind Justice" and the critically acclaimed series, "The Hoop Life."

He can be seen in the feature film "Bolden," in which he plays legendary jazz icon Louis Armstrong. Wilson's other movie credits include "Mighty Joe Young," "Rough Draft," "Fallen" and "White Hype." He is also an accomplished voiceover artist who, most notably, gave voice to the Decepticon "Frenzy" in the film "Transformers," the Autobot "Mudflap" in "Transformers 2" and the Autobot "Brains" in the upcoming "Transformers 3." 

A native New Yorker who grew up with a blues pianist father and an opera singer mother, he attended the notable High School for the Performing Arts. Wilson enjoys basketball, running and music.

He lives with his wife and two children in Los Angeles. His birth date is Jan. 20.