Wayne Brady Guest Stars on Thanksgiving Episode of Everybody Hates Chris  9/18/06

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 18 – Wayne Brady joins the cast of EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS in a guest role as Louis, Julius’ successful brother who visits the family for a memorable Thanksgiving dinner in the episode entitled, “Everybody Hates Thanksgiving,” on EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS, Sunday, November 19th (7:00PM-7:30PM ET/PT) on The CW.

Wayne Brady is best known for hosting his own syndicated talk/variety show “The Wayne Brady Show” which earned him two Emmy Awards for “Outstanding Talk Show Host.” He is currently showcasing his performance skills on “Duets.” Brady also, showed off his improvisation talent on “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” which earned him an Emmy Award and four Emmy nominations. His other television credits include “The Dave Chapelle Show,” “Kevin Hill,” and “The Drew Carey Show.”

EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS, co-created by Chris Rock and Ali LeRoi, is inspired by comedian Chris Rock’s childhood experiences. Rock narrates this hilarious, touching story of a teenager growing up as the eldest of three children in Brooklyn, New York, during the early 1980’s. The series stars Tichina Arnold, Terry Crews, Tyler James Williams, Tequan Richmond, Imani Hakim, and Vincent Martella.

EVERYBODY HATES CHRIS is produced by CBS Paramount Network Television Inc. in association with Chris Rock Enterprises, Inc. and 3 Arts Entertainment.