Cedric Antonio Kyles (born April 24, 1964), better known by his stage name, Cedric the Entertainer, is an American actor, comedian, director, and game show host. He was originally the host on "It's Showtime at the Apollo". He also hosted BET's "ComicView" during the 1993–1994 season and "Def Comedy Jam" in 1995. He is best known for co-starring with Steve Harvey on The WB sitcom "The Steve Harvey Show" and starring as Eddie Walker in "Barbershop"