Larenz Tate was born on September 8, 1975 on the westside of Chicago to Larry and Peggy Tate. Larenz is the youngest of three brothers. His other brothers are actors Larron and Lahmard Tate. In 1984, Larenz and his family moved to California. It was while living in California that Larenz's parents got him and his brothers involved in a drama program at the Inner City Cultural Center. At first the boys were interested just to meet girls, however when they saw classmate actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner get cast in the role of Theo for the Cosby Show, they began to take it more seriously. From then on, the brothers began getting other small roles. Larenz's career first took off in a Christmas episode of "The Twilight Zone - The Series" after which roles began pouring in. He has gone on to star in both television series and movies.


Youngest brother of actors 'Lahmard Tate' and Larron Tate Has played real-life music legends Frankie Lymon and Quincy Jones. Son, Miles Xavier, was born in the week of 1-7 August, he weighed 7lbs, 2 oz, and he was 19 inches long He is the co-founder of The Tate Bros. Foundation with his brothers. The non-profit organization was created to help provide funds for children living with the disease sickle cell anemia. His favorite book is "The Measure of a Man," an autobiography by Sidney Poitier. He was born in Chicago, Illinois, but grew up in Bell Gardens, California. His favorite television programs are "The Cosby Show" (1984) and "Sanford and Son" (1972). His favorite film is Lady Sings the Blues (1972). He is a fan of boxer Sugar Ray Robinson. Appeared in the July 2006 issue of sister 2 sister magazine. His favorite hip-hop song is "juicy" by the notorious b.i.g.