Tico Wells, an American actor, was born on 5/03/1961 in Philadelphia, PA to Neil Welliver and Josephine Wayne. He also has a sister named Ann Weldon. Wells attended Laurel High School and later went on to graduate from New York University.
After completing his education, Wells started his career by working with the Negro Ensemble Company, where he honed his acting skills and appeared in various stage plays. In the mid-80s to the 2000s, he made appearances in numerous popular television series and commercials.
Wells' big break came when he landed roles in notable films such as Heart of Midnight in 1989 alongside Jennifer Jason Leigh, The Dream Team with Michael Keaton in the same year, and Misplaced, a drama directed by John Cameron Mitchell, in 1990.
Wells gained recognition for his role as Choir Boy in the 1991 film The Five Heartbeats. He went on to appear in other notable programs like The Cosby Show, Beverly Hills, 90210, and several Hallmark movies. In the romantic drama Mississippi Masala, he portrayed the younger brother of Denzel Washington's character.
In 2002, Wells starred in the film Big Ain't Bad, which earned the Audience Choice Award at the 2003 Hollywood Black Film Festival.
Aside from his roles in film and television, Wells also appeared on Sesame Street in 1989 as Tico and lent his voice to the live-action music video "Litter Rap." He has made guest appearances on shows like Boy Meets World, Bones, and even voiced Bobby Brown on Family Guy.
Wells comes from a talented family, with a father who is a notable figure in the arts and a mother deeply invested in his success. He shares a close bond with his sister Ann and continues to stay connected with his roots in Philadelphia.
With a successful career spanning several decades, Wells continues to take on new projects and challenge himself as an actor. His dedication to his craft and versatility in portraying a wide range of characters have solidified his place in the entertainment industry.
Whether it's on the big screen or the small screen, Tico Wells brings a unique energy and charisma to every role he takes on. Fans can look forward to seeing more of his work in the future as he continues to captivate audiences with his talent and passion for acting.
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