Lamorne Morris

Lamorne Morris is an American actor, comedian and television personality. He stars as Winston on "New Girl."

Originally from Chicago, Morris studied at The Second City Training Center and was a member of Second City's Outreach And Diversity Ensemble. He made his TV debut as host of his own show "HotWyred" on BET, a witty interactive tech and gaming show. Morris has since become a familiar funny guy as one of BET’s most visible on-air personalities, with his comedic antics and coverage for many of the network’s top-rated shows. From signature skits like the “The Package” leading up to the annual BET Awards to segments for "106 & Park," BET’s "Spring Bling: Fashion 5-0," "106 & Party," "Top 100 Countdown," Grammy Nomination Special, and many more. Morris was also the co-host of the daily music and entertainment news show "BET Now" with Alesha Renee.

Morris has shown off his acting chops in several award-winning independent films and shorts including "April Fools" (Code Black), "One Word" (Panel Select at Cannes) and voiceover work for animated comedy "Urban Group Squirrels." He studied theatre at the College of DuPage near Chicago and is a recipient of the Chris Farley Memorial Acting Scholarship.

Morris has been seen in many commercials, including ones for State Farm Insurance, Taco Bell, Twix, Miller Lite, Las Vegas, 7 Up, Edge, Sears, Microsoft Windows, Chili's, McDonald's, Ford and Hornitos Tequila.

Morris stars as Winston in the Zooey Deschanel-anchored comedy series "New Girl."