Lance gross
Genre: Actor, Television & Film
Years Active: 2006–present
Lance Gross is an American actor who broke through as Calvin Payne on Tyler Perry’s House of Payne, a role that has anchored his career across multiple revivals. Before acting, he worked as a model and appeared in music videos, later transitioning into film roles like Meet the Browns and Temptation. Over time, he expanded into directing and producing while maintaining a steady presence in TV, including projects like Star and Our Kind of People, balancing long-running roles with newer network and streaming work.
Career Highlights
Lance Gross broke through in 2006 as Calvin Payne on Tyler Perry’s House of Payne, a role that became one of the longest-running characters in Tyler Perry’s television universe.
He transitioned into film with Tyler Perry’s Meet the Browns (2008) and later Temptation (2013), expanding his presence beyond television.
His performance on House of Payne earned him multiple NAACP Image Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actor, solidifying his standing in Black television.
He broadened his range with roles in series like Star (2017–2019) and Our Kind of People (2021), moving into more dramatic, ensemble-driven projects.
He returned to his signature role in the revived House of Payne (2020–present), maintaining relevance by anchoring a reboot that continues to run on BET.
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