Marlon Wayans Never Married So His Mother Wouldn't Feel Jealous

Marlon Wayans told The New York Times he never got married because he didn't want his mother to be jealous of another woman.

The comedian and actor was in a relationship with Angela Zackery for 21 years and had two children with her, but never married.

Five Reasons He Stayed Single

Wayans revealed that protecting his mother from jealousy was one of five reasons he never got married.

He was with Angela Zackery from 1992 until 2013, and they share two children, Kai and Shawn.

Final Words to His Mother

When his mother Elvira was on her deathbed in 2020, Wayans told her why he had made this choice.

"I never got married because I always wanted you to be my No. 1 girl," he said.

Those were his last words to her.

Social Media Response

The statement went viral on social media, amassing 6 million views in one post.

Responses ranged from understanding to criticism, with some users questioning whether mothers should feel jealous of their sons' romantic partners.

Elvira Wayans died at age 81, having worked as a homemaker, singer, and social worker throughout her life.