Damon Wayans

Damon Wayans, the stand-up comedian who’s kept us rolling in laughter, has been so consumed with making us chuckle that we never quite had the opportunity to take a peek at his feet! Well, prepare for the surprise of a lifetime because it turns out that Damon was born with a cleft foot—an intriguing condition that caused his feet to rotate inward at the ankle. But here’s the twist: Damon said this condition might have been a secret weapon against middle child syndrome.

“I actually came into this world with a clubbed foot,” Damon revealed, flashing his signature grin. “And you know what? It worked in my favor. Because of that guilt, my mother poured even more love and affection onto me!” Fortunately, Damon’s journey included successful treatment, and his foot no longer brings him any discomfort. Laughter truly is the best medicine!