Marlon Wayans, the actor best known for his comedic roles and stand-up shows, on Instagram shared an adorable post devoted to his son, Shawn Howell Wayans in honor of his 19th birthday.
The ‘Scary Movie‘ star first released an array of TBT pictures of his son and then added a lengthy message to express that he is grateful for having him. After wishing the 19-year-old a happy birthday by calling him “baby boy,” he continued:
“For 19 years you’ve been da*n near perfect. You’re sweet, kind, funny, an amazing athlete, smart, hardworking, super athletic, generous, a quiet pillar of strength, a leader by example, a sound decision-maker, non-judgemental, unconditionally loving, and most of all respectful.”
Wayans also said in his message that his son’s character is infectious and praised Shawn Howell, who best known for his basketball skills, by saying that being him is golden. The actor, who recently appeared in fan-favorite film, ‘On the Rocks,’ continued:
“Remember, you can be anything you choose to be as long as you’re willing to work hard for it and NEVER GIVE UP. The world is yours, baby boy, go get it. I got your back.”
The comedian, who is highly proud to call himself Shawn Howell’s dad, concluded his post with the following words:
“You’re a man now… Let’s be best friends. Love you for this lifetime and every one after that. Love you for 2 forever times infinity plus 1 day. Happy BDAY DUB!!!”
As fans might remember, Wayans and his wifey Angelica Zachary, welcomed Shawn Howell on the 3rd of February 2002.