From 2000 to 2005, other than 'The Parkers,' he appeared in 'The Pretender' (2000), His Woman, His Wife' (2000), Judging Amy' (2001), 'The Proud Family' (2002), 'He Say She Say But What Does God Say?' 'Let's Stay Together,' and 'Templeton Pride.'. [4] Ford chose the Ebony Showcase in order to raise money for the theater, which was in danger of closing. I Love you @tichinaarnold @thecarlpayne @martinlawrence.. Drag images here or select from your computer for Thomas Mikal Ford memorial. He was 52 years old. Beauty and the Baller (2017) Comedy. How Ant Man and the Wasp: Quantumania and Creed III star Jonathan Majors became Hollywoods most wanted actor. His parents worked as a school secretary and a pipe-fitter. Unfortunately, Thomas passed away on October 12, 2016, after spending a few days hospitalized following a ruptured aneurysm in his abdomen. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. Im saddened to just hear about Tommymy prayers go out 2 his family & friends.. wow, Missy Elliott (@MissyElliott) October 13, 2016, #RIPTommy Thank you for the joy, the smiles and the laughs. The author and Shondaland CEO has worn the brand's clothing for years, including on the cover of Time magazine. [21][22][23] In June 2016 (four months before his death), Ford directed a documentary on bullying, entitled Through My Lens Atl; it aired in October 2016, on Aspire TV. In court documents filed in Fulton County, Vanessa Simmons is asking for generous child support and full custody of their 12-year-old son. The effort is part of a nonprofit created by the former president and his wife to encourage civic participation. An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. Thomas Mikal Ford as Tommy Strawn. A motivational speaker and published author, Ford dedicated much of his passion to helping at-risk youth. Vsledek vyhledvn televiznho programu: In a series with so many funny scenes, the baby delivery scene remains one of the most criminally underrated. We would like to inform everyone that our brother passed away. Funeral arrangements will be forthcoming. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. He directed another play, titled 'Jonin, that year. Fords career in film, television and theater spanned more than two decades. Born In: Los Angeles, California, United States, place of death: Atlanta, Georgia, United States, U.S. State: California, African-American From California, education: University Of Southern California, Long Beach City College, See the events in life of Thomas Mikal Ford in Chronological Order, (Actor & Comedian Known for His Role as Tommy Strawn on the FOX Sitcom Martin), https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lO8BYmNl62U. This evening at 4:50PM surrounded by family and close friends @BigTommyFord transitioned from this life to life eternal. Or that Gina wasnt cheating on him. Click here to submit your listings. 7.0. The actor, best known as Tommy Ford, joined the Fox sitcom in 1992, playing sidekick Tommy Strawn in the comedy for more than 100 episodes. Death, however, has the uncanny ability of bringing people together. The HBCU was one of Amir Statens top choices. Following the series, he nabbed a role on Fox drama. Thomas Mikal Ford, aka Tommy Ford, has been served with a restraining order by the mother of his child, who currently resides in Atlanta. Ford, 52, starred alongside Martin Lawrence, Tisha Campbell-Martin, Tichina Arnold and Carl Anthony Payne II, on the hit FOX sitcom, which ran from 1992-1997. Ford played the role of Lieutenant Malcolm Barker. Every now and then on Martin, we got some insight into each of these characters backstories. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. We believe that every person's story is important as it provides our community with an opportunity to feel a sense of belonging, share their hopes and dreams. He was also known as "The Pope of Comedy", due to exposure as a judge on TV One's comedy competition show Bill Bellamy's Who's Got Jokes? Rest n Peace Tommy Ford. Please enter your email and password to sign in. The TV star who portrayed Tommy Strawn on the 1990s sitcom "Martin" died. Whether eulogizing a dead plumber (who wasnt really dead) on Martins couch or helping to deliver a baby, Tommy was a man of many skills. However, in high school, he attended drama classes and began to perform in school plays. As per his love life, he was married to Gina Sasso between 1997 and 2014. Unfortunately, that cant happen now. #tommyford #RIP, Jay Mathis PR (@RJMConsults) October 12, 2016. Each of his friends brought something unique to balance out the show and Martins sometimes overbearing ego. Gary Owen (@garyowencomedy) October 12, 2016, Noooooooooo..! Tommy was an extremely funny & talented man. But were glad he did. View popular celebrities life details, birth signs and real ages. He also had a recurring role as Mel Parker in the UPN sitcom The Parkers from 1999 until 2001. Thomas Mikal Ford Funeral Pictures. Try again later. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. He appeared in such films as 'Harlem Nights' (1989), 'The Butcher's Wife' (1991), 'Class Act' (1992), 'Against the Law' (1997), 'Baby Mama's Club' (2010), 'The Good Ole Days' (2012), 'For Love of Money' (2014) and 'Blues for Life' (2016). For the caption, she wrote: "This date will never be the same things happen in life, and sometimes I just look up, smile, and say, 'I know that was you.' Among other television shows and series he appeared in were 'A Different World', 'New York Undercover', 'The Jamie Foxx Show', 'The Parkers', 'Who's Got Jokes?' Tommy. His legacy, Tommy, will bring joy for decades to come. He was 52. R.I.P. Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. Following the series, he nabbed a role on Fox drama series New York Undercover as Lt. Malcolm Barker and on UPNs The Parkers as Mel Parker. [14] In 1998, Ford founded a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization called Be Still and Know. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. David E. Talbert. The ensembles relevance continues to expand nearly 20 years since its 1997 finale. Late actor Thomas Mikal Ford, best known as Tommy Strawn in the "Martin" show, passed away in 2016. He directed and produced seven films: Conflict of Interest; Baby Mamas Club (May 28th Lionsgate Release); Beat Street Resurrected (Lionsgate release); The Club; at Momu's Feet; Breezes; and most recently, Switching Lanes. Jacke Harry (@JackeeHarry) October 12, 2016. While 2007 saw him appear in 'City Teacher' and 'House M.D,' in the year 2008, he was seen in 'The Club' and 'Stitches. Died on 18 Jul 1984. [3][18], Ford wrote two inspirational books for children, titled Positive Attitude and I Am Responsible for Me. Please try again later. He is an actor and producer, known for Martin (1992), Harlem Nights (1989) and Across the Tracks (1990). All Rights Reserved. He always brought with him his spirituality, a positive attitude and so much joy. View Source Suggest Edits Memorial Photos Flowers Maintained by: Find a Grave next to coming to america, i cant think of another single pop culture franchise ive referenced more in my life. But its amazing how a witness stand can crack any man with the right line of questioning. Tory Lanez Sentencing Date In Megan Thee Stallion Shooting Case Postponed By Judge. [10] He was also known as "The Pope of Comedy", due to exposure as a judge on TV One's comedy competition show Bill Bellamy's Who's Got Jokes? Malcolm Barker in the police procedural 'New York Undercover' in its fourth and final seasons, in 1998 and 1999, respectively. Ford, 52, his known for his comedic work in TV sitcoms Martin and The Parkers.. Actually how he managed not to is a testament to that guys professionalism. Make sure that the file is a photo. As a child, Ford wanted to be a preacher. However, the actor, who coincidentally has the same first name, was a veteran comedian so he was able to hang with Martin when it came to being hilarious and improvisational. Probably not. In 1985 and 1987, he appeared in insignificant roles in the short film 'Deathly Realities' and the sitcom 'Kate & Allie,' respectively. It was the one thing we were never going to get but the funniest part to all of this was when Tommy would get so fed up with people saying that he didnt have a job that hed end up snapping, I GOT A JOB!. When he took drama lessons and started acting in high school plays, he decided to go into acting instead. Tommy is such a common name, so naturally, there are a few iconic characters in pop culture who have been given the moniker. Thomas Mikal Ford (September 5, 1964 October 12, 2016) was an American actor and comedian. Ford moved to Atlanta with Viviane in 2015. Ford was taken off life support after suffering a ruptured aneurysm in his abdomen. Failed to delete memorial. When his health became delicate, Carl was called, and he visited the late actor to the hospital. I just did not see evidence of it. Lecresia Campbell Thomas Mikal Ford Demeka Jackson. While Martin centered around Martin and Ginas relationship, the rest of the cast wasnt devoid of love at all during the series five seasons on the air. For that, I will always be grateful.. Burial Details Unknown. Thomas Mikal Ford - herec, reie, producent. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. We have estimated There is a problem with your email/password. Always had a smile on his face. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. He confirmed this himself through an Instagram post a few days ago. For that reason, we are here to celebrate the late, great Thomas Mikal Ford by remembering his most memorable moments as Tommy on the classic sitcom. So Tommy had to eventually talk him off the ledge, which oftentimes didnt work because Martin did what he wanted to, regardless. . This is a carousel with slides. Try again later. And while TVOne and MTV2 marathons wont feel quite the same, the best way to pay homage to the man who brought us so much joy is to laugh. Your spirit will be missed. What she said next is where the message resonated on different level. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. Thomas Mikal Ford (September 5, 1964 - October 12, 2016) was an American actor and comedian. Ford wrote two inspirational books for children, titled Positive Attitude and I am Responsible for Me. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. Try again. 2023 The Hollywood Reporter, LLC. Ford received an NAACP Image Awards nomination in 1996 in the category of Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series. The play was performed at the Los Angeles Ebony Showcase Theatre, the oldest black theater in the country. Ford, a character actor par excellence, was far more than just the beloved and dryly hilarious Tommy. Born Sept. 5, 1964, as Thomas Mikal Ford, the comedian starred on the Lawrence sitcom for all five years of its run, earning an Image Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in 1996. [25], Last edited on 27 February 2023, at 00:42, "Tommy Ford's job status on 'Martin' was among the best running jokes on television", "Davison Lecture Series Begins with Hollywood Actor", "Ford's Dedication to Helping Kids Prosper is No Act", "Proceeds from play to go toward new center for homeless families", "Play 'Jonin' at Auditorium Friday Night", "Comics lend support to Hadassah for youth education", "Be Still and Know Inc: Exempt Organizations Select Check", "Speakers urge black youths to do better St. Augustine forum focuses on empowering young generation", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Thomas_Mikal_Ford&oldid=1141825911, Episode: "Brother, Can You Spare a Dime? His TV co-star Martin Lawrence had tweeted out a message of support to Ford and his family. 1962 DIED 2016 Thomas Mikal Ford, a star of TV's "Martin" and "New York Undercover," died Wednesday, October 12, 2016 after suffering an aneurysm in his abdomen, according to multiple news. It was a bittersweet ending to one of the truly transformative and authentically hilariously shows in television history. Analysis: Exhausted by crime, the Windy City decided its mayor couldn't solve its problems. Born on 17 Mai 1896. #RentEmSpoons, Sign up for THR news straight to your inbox every day. Thomas Mikal Ford, a star of TV's "Martin" and "New York Undercover," died Wednesday, October 12, 2016 after suffering an aneurysm in his abdomen, according to multiple news sources. RIP Tommy Ford. Based on the web comedy series "Who.", "Beauty and the Baller" is a single-camera TV comedy series about a pro athlete, his hot wife and what their life is like off of the court. The actor, best known as Tommy Ford, joined the Fox sitcom in 1992, playing sidekick Tommy Strawn in the comedy for more than 100 episodes. He appeared on the UPN sitcom The Parkers in the recurring role of Nikki's ex-husband and Kim's father, Mel Parker, in seven episodes. They had two children. Thomas Mikal Ford was born on 5 September, 1964 in Los Angeles, CA, is an Actor,comedian. The same year, he directed the play Jonin, a comedy about fraternity life at a historically black college in Washington, D.C.Ford co-hosted the Texas Gospel Music Awards in 1993 with singer Yolanda Adams and actor Troy Curvey. Or that Gina really wasnt trying to kill him for his insurance money. He also appeared in 10 other productions, including '4play,' 'Could This Be Love,' 'For Love or Money,' 'In God's Hands,' and 'Big Losers,', In 2015, he appeared in Blaq Gold' and 'Every Family Has Problems. In 1996, he was nominated for the 'NAACP Image Award' for 'Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series, for the same role. Even if that same community played with a smedium-sized pizza. And, of course, theres this one: the always classic and near and dear to any Martin fan the DMV episode that resulted in both of them catching a fade. Before dying, he was in a relationship with actress and model Viviane Brazil. Sleep in peace brother #MikalFord AKA #Tommy https://t.co/MNLZNRFB6F, Salt N Pepa (@TheSaltNPepa) October 12, 2016, damn tommy. His mother worked as a school secretary and his father as a pipe-fitter. Starr Rocque is a Brooklyn, New York-based writer, and author, whose book, Bloggers Can't Be Trusted, is available for you to enjoy here! As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. I am sad the world lost a great talent and that I lost a wonderful friend. He died after suffering a ruptured aneurysm in his abdomen. pic.twitter.com/yuh0nJvO1f, Martin Lawrence (@realmartymar) October 12, 2016, According to his website, Ford graduated from the Fine Arts Acting program at the University of Southern California and landed his first role on NBCs A Different World. He moved on to feature films including his turn in Harlem Nights, before joining the cast of Martin. After his stint on the show, he also starred in the final season of the cop drama New York Undercover., According to a biography on iMDB.com, he has also been involved in directing several webisodes and producing theater. To all family and friends of Tommy Ford. [5] Justin Tinsley is a senior culture writer for Andscape. He appeared in an episode of the TV series 'A Different World,' titled 'The Thing About Women,' in 1989. Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? After Martin ended, Ford found success in the detective drama New York Undercover as Lieutenant Malcolm Barker. By far the funniest ongoing theme throughout the series was wondering what Tommy did for a living. #RIP https://t.co/5LMMU2UpPB, Steve Harvey (@IAmSteveHarvey) October 12, 2016, This is really sad. By subscribing, you agree to share your email address with EBONY to receive our weekly emails, events, and other updates. He also had a recurring role as Mel Parker in the UPN sitcom The Parkers from 1999 until 2001. With some encouragement from the Love Doctor, Martin Payne, who didnt realize who the subject of the crush was, Tommy shot his shot and the rest was history. 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Ready for Tolkien Battle, How the Landscape of Native-Led Stories Has Changed Between Avatars: Were Flexing Our Sovereignty, The Definitive Voice of Entertainment News. There was a problem getting your location. All gone. Ford died from a ruptured abdominal aneurysm on October 12, 2016 at a hospital in the Atlanta area. He is from CA. On Martin, Ford played Tommy Strawn; for this role, he received an NAACP Image Awards nomination in 1996 in the category of Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series. If for nothing else, a photo opp or sit-down group interview to discuss the shows current impact on pop culture. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. Jeri Gray. Ford along with Martin Lawrence (Martin), Tisha Campbell-Martin (Gina), Tichina Arnold (Pam) and Carl Anthony Payne II (Cole) was a crucial figure in an influential cast. ). He grew up in Long Beach, California. Thaddaeus Mcadams/Getty Images. Shortly after divorcing Gina, the late actor started dating model and actress Viviane Brazil, and they stayed together until the moment of his death. He was also known for his roles in Eddie Murphys Harlem Nights and his recurring role on The Parkers with comedian Monique and hosting the show Whos Got Jokes as the Pope of Comedy along with Bill Bellamy. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. Apart from working on the "Martin" TV show, he appeared in "Singer & Sons," "New York Undercover," "The Parkers," and "Who's Got Jokes.". His family uploaded a post on Instagram announcing his death and making clear that Thomas' loved ones were by his side. [11] In 1997, he played Detective Siegel in the crime drama Against the Law. Thomas Mikal Ford, a star of TV's "Martin" and "New York Undercover," died Wednesday, October 12, 2016 after suffering an aneurysm in his abdomen, according to multiple news sources. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. He received notoriety in the 20th. In 1999, he appeared on 'The Jamie Foxx Show.'. Late actor Thomas Mikal Ford, best known as Tommy Strawn in the "Martin" show, passed away in 2016. A photo posted by Thomas Mikal Ford (@bigtommyford) on Oct 12, 2016 at 3:24pm PDT The actor, best known as Tommy Ford, joined the Fox sitcom in 1992, playing sidekick Tommy Strawn in the comedy . Spoken Word with Hank Stewart The Poet, highlights amazing poets and spoken word artists.He's also filming a documentary entitled: Reverse the Lynch Curse an empowering piece about breaking curses of fear distrust and envy. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. Barack Obama Launches Program to Encourage Political Adversaries to Join Forces on Important Projects. Shonda Rhimes Fronts St. John Knits Own Your Power Campaign. This soul- stirring story about love, betrayal and forgiveness reveals that family is God's most precious gift to us. Check out the death cause, death date, and more facts about the circumstances surrounding TV actor Thomas Mikal Ford's death. Ford wrote two inspirational books for children, titled Positive Attitude and I Am Responsible for Me. Ford spent time traveling to schools to inspire and empower children, and encourage responsibility. Tommy, who also had a few memorable dates, eventually laid in wait until he was sure about his feelings for Pam and successfully laid his game down. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. He would sing to me and there was a piece of calm there. When he took drama lessons and started acting in high school plays, he decided to go into acting instead. [19][20] Ford spent time traveling to schools to inspire and empower children, and encourage responsibility. Laughing through the pain of Thomas Fords death. In 2015, Ford moved to Atlanta where he lived with his girlfriend Viviane Brazil. They had two children. [8] He appeared on the UPN sitcom The Parkers[9] in the recurring role of Nikki's ex-husband and Kim's father, Mel Parker, in seven episodes. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. In 1985, he acquired an 'Associate of Arts' degree from the 'Long Beach City College' in Long Beach. Year should not be greater than current year. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. As a child, Ford wanted to be a preacher. The same year, he produced and directed the play 'South of Where We Live' and staged it at 'Ebony Showcase Theater' to raise funds for the ailing theater industry. Martin also described the late actor as his spiritual brother and a loving person and parent, remarking that he would be deeply missed. He hasreportedly undergone knee surgery recently and has been receiving treatment by doctors since then. 2022-12-28 12:12:43. It was a lie. Way too young. My heart is heavy with the loss of my brother @BigTommyFord May he Rest In Peace, Martin Lawrence (@realmartymar) October 13, 2016, This is terrible news, man. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. Photo Source: Thomas's Instagram (@bigtommyford) However, Thomas was born in Los Angeles, raised in Long Beach, California. Thomas Mikal Ford, a star of TV's "Martin" and "New York Undercover," died Wednesday, October 12, 2016 after suffering an aneurysm in his abdomen, according to multiple news sources. Noooooooooo.. of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the edit button below 4:50PM... Wrote two inspirational books for children, titled 'Jonin, that year plays, played... 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