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Who are Katt Williams parents? Why did Katt Williams leave his parents?

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Katt Williams is a well-known American stand-up comedian and actor best known for playing Money Mike in Friday After Next.

Williams has been in the entertainment industry for two decades and has carved himself a well-deserved niche for himself.  He went on to become a comedian after honing his comic talents and timing.

Who are Katt Williams parents?

Katt Williams was born to John Cornell Williams and Brenda Louise in Cincinnati and raised in Dayton, Ohio.

During a recent interview with Shannon Sharpe, the comedian disclosed that he liberated himself from his parents at a young age.

In the interview that has since gone viral, he candidly discussed the decision, expressing no regrets.

Williams’ creative activities began at a young age. He was a talented student who dropped out of school on purpose to seek a comedy career. Williams saw his talent for making others laugh early in childhood.

Why did Katt Williams leave his parents?

As soon as he discovered the nature of his scholarship, he purposefully failed a math test to become ineligible for it.

His parents were so outraged by this that they beat him emotionally and verbally to the point where he emancipated himself from them at the age of 13.

He gave up everything (house, comforts, and schooling) to focus completely on his comedy routines. When he first did live stand-up comedy, he was underage.

Are Katt Williams parents still alive?

His parents are believed to be alive as of 2024

Does Katt Williams have any siblings?

He has no known siblings.

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