John Henton is an American comedian and actor. He was born on November 23, 1960, in Cleveland, Ohio, United States. Henton began his career as a stand-up comedian, performing at clubs and festivals around the country. He gained national recognition for his comedy in the 1990s, appearing on shows like "Def Comedy Jam" and "BET's Comic View." In addition to his work in comedy, Henton is also known for his acting roles. He played the character of Overton Jones on the hit sitcom "Living Single" from 1993 to 1998, and has also appeared on shows like "The Hughleys," "Girlfriends," and "The Parkers."