Hawkins is grounded in philanthropy through his Be Powerful initiative, which serves under-resourced communities in the Chicago area.
He is a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.
Stand-up comedy is Hawkins' first love.
He attended Illinois State University on a full tuition scholarship, where he majored in acting.
Hawkins won a 2019 Chicago/Midwest Emmy Award for Outstanding Achievement for Community/Public Service - Single Spot/Campaign for "The Salvation Army Red Kettle 2018" fund-raising appeal.