Eddie Griffin Cheers As Son Ezra Graduates in Toronto

Eddie Griffin, the veteran comedian and actor known for hit roles in Deuce Bigalow and Undercover Brother, took to Instagram to share a personal milestone. In a post on his official @eddiegriffin account, he wrote, “So proud of Ezra Griffin for graduating college in Toronto, Canada! Time flies — feels like just yesterday my daughter Elxa graduated, and now two years later, Ezra’s walking the stage too. #prouddad”. His Instagram post (https://www.instagram.com/p/DK_JBJGRDno/) shows the proud dad standing beside his son Ezra in cap and gown, both beaming at the camera.

Family Celebrations

It’s the latest chapter in Griffin’s proud-parent playbook. Two years ago, he marked daughter Elxa Griffin’s graduation with a similar heartfelt tribute, sharing photos of her in academic regalia and praising her achievements. This time, the spotlight shines on Ezra’s big day at Convocation Hall, one of the University of Toronto’s most iconic venues. While Griffin hasn’t detailed Ezra’s major, fans flooded the comments with congratulations and graduation day stories of their own.

Griffin has always been vocal about the importance of education. In earlier interviews, he underscored the balance between academic pursuits and creative passions, encouraging his children to follow both paths with equal passion. By publicly celebrating these milestones, he sends a message that fatherhood and fame can coexist.

On The Road Again

Even as he cheers for Ezra, Griffin’s workload shows no signs of slowing. In a March Instagram update, he teased a series of stand-up dates: “This weekend. The legend @eddiegriffin headlines Super Funny! #superfunnycomedyclub #tacoma #tacomawa.” Other posts announced upcoming appearances at the Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, and the Riviera Theatre in Chicago.

Earlier this year, Griffin also joined funk legend Bootsy Collins at an Off The Floor dance-battle event in New York, showing his support for street dance culture. Whether he’s on a comedy stage or in the crowd for a dance-off, Griffin demonstrates his commitment to both entertainment and community.

Fans on social media have praised Griffin’s ability to juggle a high-profile career with visible devotion to family. One commenter on his graduation post wrote, “Nothing beats family pride. Congrats, Ezra—your dad is right there with you every step of the way!”

His journey from Kansas City stand-up clubs to Hollywood films has been well documented. Born July 15, 1968, Griffin first broke through on Def Comedy Jam before landing roles in major studio comedies. Today, he still headlines specials—most recently Dain Bramage—and tours nationally.

After the ceremony in Toronto, local diners spotted Griffin and Ezra enjoying celebratory coffees at a nearby café, proving that for this comedian, the simplest moments are often the most meaningful.

From heartfelt Instagram posts to cross-country tour dates, Eddie Griffin’s calendar underscores a career in full swing—and a family that continues to grow with every cap and gown moment.

Trivia

Eddie Griffin wrote and directed a film titled 'A Day in the Life,' showcasing his creative efforts beyond stand-up comedy.

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