Long before he ever picked up the mic to do comedy, Martin Lawrence knew how to do one thing — pick up his fists and keep punching. From his teenage years as a Mid-Atlantic Golden Gloves boxing ...

Before deciding on comedy as his true calling, Martin Lawrence seriously considered a career as a professional boxer, even becoming a Golden Gloves contender. He credits that pugilistic discipline ...

Martin Lawrence reflects on his career, including 'Big Momma's House' and 'Bad Boys' roles, ahead of receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

It's one of the first big laughs on Lawrence's first stand-up comedy special in 14 years, "Martin Lawrence Doin' Time: Uncut." It premieres Friday at 9 p.m. ET/PT on Showtime.