Darius McCrary

Darius McCrary is an American actor, rapper, singer and producer better recognized for portraying the character of Edward "Eddie" on the ABC/CBS television sitcom Family Matters which ran from 1989 to 1998. He is the son of Howard McCrary, an Emmy Award-nominated American musician, actor and entertainer.

Who Is His Mother? Brother?

Darius McCrary was born on 1 May 1976 in Walnut, California, United States of America. He was born Darius Jaren McCrary under the birth sign Taurus. The 46 years old actor holds American nationality and belongs to the African-American ethnicity. Also, he believes in Christianity.

McCrary was born to father, Howard McCrary; however, the details regarding his mother are missing. For some years, the actor has posted on his social media handle birthday wish for Sharron McCrary. The lady is supposed to be his mother; however, there is no confirmation. The actor regularly posts and shows love for his onscreen mother, Jo Marve Patron, known for portraying the character of Harriet Winslow at the ABC/CBS sitcom Family Matters.

Darius has a younger brother, Donovan McCrary, born on 24 December 1971 in Los Angeles, California, United States of America. He is also part of the showbiz industry with the movie credit, Boyz n the Hood.

The Family Matters star black color eyes and black hair. He is 6 feet 2 inches tall and weighs around 75 kg. The actor cum singer is a high school graduate; however, school information is missing.

Relationship Status: Link With Sydney Starr

McCrary made news headlines for his closeness to Sydney Starr, an American transgender actress and rapper. The actor kissed Starr during a photoshoot. However, the information about their relationship is not yet confirmed.

McCrary cleared the romance rumors revealing his romance with Tanya Hijazi, Rick James's ex-wife. The duo is engaged. Previously, the actor was married to Tammy Brawner, an actress (2014- 2017). They welcomed daughter Zoey McCrary.

Not just this, the actor had married twice before Tammy Brawner. He was married to Karrine Steffans, an American author (2009- 2011), and Juliette Vann (2005- 2006).

Talking about his parent's relationship, it is still unknown whether his parents were married or not. The information on his father's love life is missing.

His Father Short Biography

Family Matters Eddie's father, Howard McCrary, was born in Youngstown, Ohio, United States of America. He is a legendary musician nominated for Grammy Award in 1986 for the gospel record. He is famous for Christian music genres. 

The singer has maintained a low-key profile. He barely appears in media and hasn't disclosed anything related to his parents and siblings. Also, the actor hasn't revealed his wife and love life.

The musician was associated with record labels like McCrary Entertainment and Big Bear Records. Similarly, he is known for the albums like Movements Like This and World Peace and Love.

Some of his notable works include songs like Every Day I Have the Blues, Don't You Drive Me Away, I Was a Little too Lonely, Hurry on Down, Over the Rain, I Love You, You Are to Me, Why Not This Sunday, Inner Peace Movement, In Your Presence, Keep a Little Joy Bell Ringing in Your Heart, among others.

Moreover, the legendary musician started his acting career in 1987 with the TV show, Amen. Eventually, he became part of movies and TV shows like The Dreams of the Butterfly, Happy Funeral, Martin and Dear John.

His Professional Career

Darius McCrary has been active in the showbiz industry since 1987. He started his career with the 1987 comedy Big Shots as a child artist. He has 68 credits as an actor, 8 credits as producer and 1 as a writer as per his IMDb profile.

The actor is better recognized as Eddie in Family Matters (1989- 1998). Also, he shined through his character of Malcolm Winters on the CBS daytime drama The Young and the Restless. The six feet two inches tall actor seems to have good relationships with his costars. Also, he, along with the Family Matters team, created buzz for their reunion in 2006.

McCrary has appeared in movies and TV shows like Christmas Carolina, Next Day Air, Something to Sing About, Kingdom Come, Monogamy, Steppin: The Movie, Vampires, 35 and Ticking, Church, Fanatic, The Breaks, 15 Minutes, and more.

Following his father's footsteps, McCrary tried his luck in singing. He has a few songs credits like Take My Hand Precious Lord, It's Real, Blessed Assurance, Scars and Stripes, His Eye Is On The Sparrow, Move Mountain and Wrong.

In addition, Zoey McCrary's father has been nominated for Young Artist Award for his comedy and drama TV series. Further, he is known for his comedy just like Damon Wayans Jr. and Dave Chappelle.

Is Darius McCrary A Millionaire?

The singer cum actor has been actively working in the showbiz industry for about 35 years. As per Celebrity Net Worth, he has a fortune of around $100 thousand but it seems like his worth is higher than reported. As per some tabloids, he has earned around $16 Million with earnings of $400 thousand a year, $32000 per month and $8000 per week.

The median salary of American actors is around $40860. He might be earning in the same range. 

His father, Howard McCrary, has a net worth in the range of $1 million- $5 Million. In addition, Darius's ex-wife's (Tammy Brawner) net worth is around $500 thousand. Because of her financial strength, she was given custody of her daughter after divorce.