John Richard Whitfield[3] (born May 2, 1992), known professionally as D.C. Young Fly, is an American comedian, host, rapper, and actor.
[11] In 2012, Whitfield hosted Gotham Comedy Live in New York City, with Jay Nog, Atheer Yacoub, and Fransisco Ramos in a special edition of the show.
[12] In 2015, Whitfield became a recurring cast member on the MTV improv comedy series Wild 'n Out, hosted by comedian Nick Cannon.
[13][14] Although this season debuted with a double bill on June 10, 2015, featuring Kevin Hart and Rae Sremmurd, it concluded its initial run with Shaquille O'Neal and Migos on August 19, 2015.
[15][16][17][18] In 2015, D.C, along with his Wild n’ Out co-stars, Karlous Miller and Chico Bean, started their own podcast, called The 85 South Show,[19] where they speak on various topics, interact with the audience, and freestyle on songs.
[27] This project afforded him the opportunity to share the screen with actors Kimberly Elise, Danny Glover, Omar Epps, and Gabrielle Union.
[33][34] Whitfield made appearances on the American television series Hip Hop Squares[35] and Tales, portraying Lil Joe in the latter's June episode.
[45] In 2021, Whitfield appeared in films For the Love of Money,[46][47] Envy: Seven Deadly Sins,[48][49] Miracles Across 125th Street,[50] and in the Starz TV show BMF.