Marcus Scribner
He grew up on screen, evolving from a sitcom kid brother into a versatile voice actor and a leading man for a new generation.
Born 2000 (age 26)·American actor·Birthday: January 7·Generation Z
Biography
Marcus Scribner didn't just enter the entertainment industry; he was raised in it, landing his signature role as Andre 'Junior' Johnson on ABC's 'Black-ish' at just fourteen. For eight seasons, audiences watched him mature in real-time, delivering a nuanced performance that balanced comedic timing with the genuine awkwardness and heart of a teenager finding his place. This foundation allowed him to seamlessly transition to the spin-off 'Grown-ish' and, more strikingly, to voice acting. He lent his voice to the heroic Bow in 'She-Ra and the Princesses of Power,' showcasing a range far beyond the live-action sitcom. Scribner's career arc is a masterclass in navigating childhood fame with intention, deliberately choosing projects that challenge him and resonate with young audiences, cementing his status as a relatable and talented figure for millennials and Gen Z.
Generation Z
1997–2012
Born into smartphones, social media, and school shootings. The most diverse generation in history. Pragmatic about money, fluid about identity, anxious about the climate. They do not remember a world before the internet.
Marcus was born in 2000, placing them squarely in the Generation Z. The events that shaped this generation — social media, climate anxiety, and a pandemic — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Marcus Was Born
The biggest hits of 2000
#1 Movie
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Best Picture
Gladiator
#1 TV Show
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire
Marcus's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
2000Born
Y2K passes without incident; contested Bush-Gore election
Gas: $1.51/galHome: $119,600Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Breathe" — Faith HillBest Picture: Gladiator
2005Started school
Hurricane Katrina devastates New Orleans; YouTube launches
Gas: $2.30/galHome: $167,500Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"We Belong Together" — Mariah CareyBest Picture: Crash
2013Became a teenager
Edward Snowden reveals NSA surveillance programs
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $152,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Thrift Shop" — Macklemore & Ryan LewisBest Picture: 12 Years a Slave
2016Could drive
Donald Trump elected president; Brexit vote
Gas: $2.14/galHome: $181,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Love Yourself" — Justin BieberBest Picture: Moonlight
2018Could vote
Royal wedding of Harry and Meghan; Parkland shooting
Gas: $2.72/galHome: $211,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"God's Plan" — DrakeBest Picture: Green Book
2021Turned 21
January 6 Capitol breach; COVID vaccines roll out globally
Gas: $3.01/galHome: $298,900Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"Levitating" — Dua LipaBest Picture: CODA
2026Age 26 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Starred as Andre 'Junior' Johnson for the entire eight-season run of the acclaimed sitcom 'Black-ish'.
- Voiced the lead character Bow in the Netflix reboot 'She-Ra and the Princesses of Power'.
- Reprised his role as Junior in the Freeform/Disney+ spin-off series 'Grown-ish'.
- Nominated for multiple NAACP Image Awards for his performance on 'Black-ish'.
Did You Know?
He is an avid gamer and has streamed gameplay on Twitch.
Scribner is a strong advocate for environmental causes and sustainable living.
He provided the voice for Young Simba in the 2019 video game 'Kingdom Hearts III'.
His first acting role was in a television commercial at the age of eleven.
“Playing Junior taught me that humor can be the sharpest tool for a real conversation.”
