Royale Watkins has one of those smiles. All at once, it charms, disarms and makes you want to smile back. But don't be fooled. Beyond the clean-cut, choirboy looks is a young man with a sharp take on family values and social issues, and one of the smartest writers working the comedy circuit today.

Royale bases much of his materials on his experiences growing up in a large family. "When you're from a family fourteen, everyday can be a challenge," he says. "But if you happen to be a comedian, it gives you plenty to talk about."

Royale's credits include: his own NBC sitcom "Built To Last", such films as "Deliver Us From Eva", "Brother", and "Speed II" and the soon to be released "My Dinner With Jimi" in which he plays legendary guitarist Jimi Hendrix.

In between acting assignments (and being a proud MLC Dad) is packaging and producing "Urban Comedy Cabaret", a national comedy tour featuring four of today's hottest young breakout comics sharing the stage in 13 major cities.