Lavell Crawford

Lavell Crawford (born 1968) is an American stand-up comedian and actor from St. Louis, Missouri, who has been making audiences laugh for over two decades with his larger-than-life personality and fearless self-deprecating humor.

Crawford first gained national attention as a finalist on NBC's "Last Comic Standing" in 2007, where his commanding stage presence and natural timing made him an instant audience favorite. But it was his role as Huell Babineaux—Saul Goodman's loyal, unflappable bodyguard on "Breaking Bad" and "Better Call Saul"—that made him a recognizable face to millions.

His stand-up is built on honesty about his life: growing up in St. Louis, his relationship with his formidable mother, his experiences as a big man navigating a world not designed for him, and the everyday absurdities of family life. After losing over 120 pounds through gastric sleeve surgery, his material evolved to include the surreal experience of becoming a different person while still being yourself.

Crawford's comedy is warm even when it's sharp. He can roast himself harder than any heckler could, but there's a joy in his performances that makes audiences root for him. His specials—"Can a Brother Get Some Love?," "New Look Same Funny!," and "THEE Lavell Crawford"—showcase a comedian who keeps getting better with every hour.