January 19, 2005, Ventura County, California, United States
Fact
Second person from "Moesha" to die. Merlin Santana, as Moesha's boyfriend Ohagi, was the first. Although, he was not a regular cast member.
Lamont Bentley was born on October 25, 1973, in Inglewood, California. His parents were both African American, and his father was a drug dealer. His mother died of a drug overdose when he was only eight years old. Bentley was raised by his grandmother and attended local schools.
Bentley’s first acting role was in the film “Straight Out of Compton” (1987). He also appeared in the films “Boyz n the Hood” (1991) and “Menace II Society” (1993). In 1995, he was cast in the television series “Moesha” (1996-2001). Bentley also appeared in the films “The Inkwell” (1994) and “Panther” (1995).
Bentley’s career was cut short when he was killed in a car accident on January 19, 2005, at the age of 31.
General Info
Full Name
Lamont Bentley
Died
January 19, 2005, Ventura County, California, United States
Height
1.72 m
Profession
Child actor, Rapper
Nationality
American
Family
Children
Brazil Bentley, Artesia Bentley
Parents
Loyce Bentley
Accomplishments
Movies
Wifey, The Wash, Gabriela, The Breaks, Buffalo Soldiers, Tales from the Hood, Shards