Carl Clemons-Hopkins Biography: Siblings, Awards, Age, Height, Net Worth, Movies & TV Shows, Facebook, Girlfriend

Carl Clemons-Hopkins is an American actor and producer who rose to widespread prominence through their portrayal of Marcus Vaughan, the loyal and highly efficient chief operating officer on the acclaimed Max comedy-drama series Hacks.

The performance earned widespread critical recognition and made them the first openly non-binary performer nominated for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series.

Beyond their breakthrough television success, they have expanded their career with notable performances in films such as Candyman, The Beanie Bubble, and The Mattachine Family, establishing a strong presence across both film and television.

Carl Clemons-Hopkins
Wiki Facts & About Data
Name:	Carl Clemons-Hopkins
Born:	July 20, 1987 (age 38 years old)
Place of Birth:	Lithonia, Georgia, USA
Nationality:	American
Ethnicity:	African-American
Height:	6 feet 5 inches
Religion:	Christianity
Occupation:	Actor and Producer
Net Worth:	$2.5 million

Early Life and Education

Carl Clemons-Hopkins, who turned 39 years old in 2026, was born on July 20, 1987, in Lithonia, Georgia, United States.

They spent their childhood in Georgia, growing up in an African-American family with a Christian background.

While the identities of their parents and siblings have remained private, their extended family includes actress Uzo Aduba, who is their cousin by marriage.

Carl Clemons-Hopkins attended the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where they earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Theater.

After graduating, they built their experience through regional theater productions in Philadelphia and Chicago, developing a solid stage career before transitioning into television and film.

Personal Life

Carl Clemons-Hopkins is single and has never publicly married or had children. They identify as non-binary and use they/them pronouns, becoming one of the most visible non-binary performers in mainstream American television.

Carl Clemons-Hopkins keeps their private life away from public attention and has not been publicly linked to any confirmed romantic relationships.

Outside acting, they continue to support theater productions and creative arts initiatives while balancing work between Los Angeles and New York.

Career

Carl Clemons-Hopkins began their screen career in 2010 with the independent short film I Am the Mountain, You Are the Water’s Edge.

Before gaining national recognition, they spent years performing in regional theater, earning a Barrymore Award nomination for Little Shop of Horrors in 2014 and later joining the original Chicago cast of the hit musical Hamilton in 2016.

Carl Clemons-Hopkins gradually moved into television with appearances in Chicago P.D., The Chi, and Chicago Med.

Their career reached a major turning point in 2021 when they were cast as Marcus Vaughan in the Max comedy-drama Hacks.

The critically acclaimed role earned them international recognition and a historic Primetime Emmy Award nomination.

Carl Clemons-Hopkins later expanded into feature films with roles in Candyman, The Beanie Bubble, and The Mattachine Family.

In addition to acting, they have also served as an executive producer on the short film One Magenta Afternoon, further broadening their work within the entertainment industry.

Awards

• Primetime Emmy Award (2021) – Nominated for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for Hacks (first openly non-binary performer nominated in the category)
• Screen Actors Guild Awards – Ensemble nominations for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series for Hacks

Net Worth

Carl Clemons-Hopkins has an estimated net worth of 2.5 million dollars.

Their earnings primarily come from their acting career, particularly their starring role in Hacks, alongside appearances in feature films, theater productions, and producing projects.

Social Media

• Instagram: @carlclemonshopkins

Filmography

• I Am the Mountain, You Are the Water’s Edge (2010)
• La méduse rouge (2013)
• Chicago P.D. (2018)
• Canal Street (2018)
• The Chi (2020)
• Chicago Med (2020)
• Hacks (2021)
• Candyman (2021)
• The Beanie Bubble (2023)
• The Mattachine Family (2023)