Omar Gooding

Omar M. Gooding (born October 19, 1976), also known by his stage name, "Big O", is an American actor, rapper, voice artist, and comedian. 2Early life and education Omar Gooding was born in Los Angeles, California, on October 19, 1976, to Shirley (née Sullivan) and Cuba Gooding Sr., the lead singer for The Main Ingredient. Omar Gooding's elder brother is Academy Award-winning actor Cuba Gooding, Jr.. He also has a son Omar Dari Gooding, Jr. who was born January 27, 2017. He attended North Hollywood High School in North Hollywood. 2Career Gooding is best known for appearing in television shows, such as Wild & Crazy Kids, Hangin' with Mr. Cooper, Smart Guy, Cousin Skeeter, and Playmakers, and also the films Ghost Dad and Baby Boy for which he received critical praise for his role as "Sweetpea". He was one of the original hosts of the Nickelodeon television show Wild & Crazy Kids from 1990 to 1992. Gooding played D.H., a running back, on Playmakers in 200