- Tracy Morgan is a famous actor and comedian
- He starred in '30 Rock'
- Learn more about his life and career here
Before becoming one of television’s most recognizable comedians, Morgan began his acting career with an appearance on the sitcom Martin. His big break came in 1996 when he joined the cast of Saturday Night Live, where he remained until 2003.
He also appeared in films such as Head of State (2003), alongside Chris Rock, before landing the role that would make him a household name.
Tracy Morgan as Tracy Jordan on “30 Rock”
Born on November 10, 1968, Tracy Morgan joined the cast of 30 Rock in 2006 alongside Tina Fey, Alec Baldwin, and Jane Krakowski.
He portrayed Tracy Jordan, an eccentric and unpredictable television star whose outrageous behavior and hilarious one-liners quickly made him a fan favorite.
Morgan played the character throughout the show's seven seasons, from 2006 until its conclusion in 2013. His performance earned him an Emmy nomination and cemented his reputation as one of television’s most distinctive comedic talents.
But his life took a dramatic turn just one year after the series ended.
Tracy Morgan’s Life-Changing Accident
In 2014, Morgan was seriously injured in a car accident involving a Walmart truck. The crash claimed the life of his friend, comedian James McNair, and left Morgan with multiple injuries, including a traumatic brain injury.
After a lengthy recovery, he made an emotional comeback by hosting Saturday Night Live in 2015.
Tracy Morgan’s Return to Television
In 2018, Morgan starred in The Last O.G., which ran for four seasons. He also appeared in films including What Men Want (2019), Scoob! (2020), and Coming 2 America (2021).
In 2025, he starred in the sitcom Crutch, followed by NBC’s The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins alongside Daniel Radcliffe in 2026. The latter was renewed for a second season, marking another successful chapter in his career.
Tracy Morgan Today
Now 58, Morgan is a father of four. He has three sons from his first marriage to Sabina Morgan and a daughter, Maven, with his second wife, Megan Wollover, from whom he separated in 2020.
Despite the challenges he has faced, Morgan remains active in Hollywood, continuing to entertain audiences more than a decade after 30 Rock ended.
