Arif S. Kinchen

Who is Arif S. Kinchen?

Arif S. Kinchen, is an African-American actor.

Arif S. Kinchen, an actor and acclaimed voice over artist, made his acting debut in the American film classic House Party featuring Kid 'n Play. The Los Angeles native went on to land the starring role in the New Line Cinema short film, The Jacket, guest starred on the television program Saved by the Bell: The New Class, and became a household name as LaMarr Hicks on the UPN hit series Sparks. The role afforded the young actor the opportunity to reach a large fan base, and his comedic timing landed him an accredited role in the film Trippin'. He then starred in the comedies Beverly Hood and Dr. Dre & Snoop Dogg's The Wash.

Most recently, Kinchen starred in the 2012 theatrical holiday release of Christmas in Compton, a family comedy written and directed by David Raynr.

Lauded for his vocal dexterity, Mr. Kinchen is one of a handful of African-American's who have made his mark in the video game industry, rising to fame with recurring roles in the Volition/THQ series Saints Row and the cult hits The Suffering: Ties That Bind & Tony Hawk's Downhill Jam. He has also garnered recognition for work in such animated hits as the Academy Award winning film Happy Feet, Cartoon Network's Mad and roles in Family Guy plus promos for Tyler Perry's House of Payne & Meet the Browns. In addition, he specializes in the art of "speed talking" and ADR looping, and has voice matched various celebrities including Martin Lawrence for Bad Boys II and the late Bernie Mac for the film Guess Who.