Tracy Morgan cheers on son at University of New Haven graduation: VIDEO
His son- Tracy James Morgan- walked in the May commencement ceremony after earning a bachelor's degree in music and sound recording.
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Video from the university shows Tracy James Morgan walking off stage to his father's open arms.
They share an embrace and Tracy Morgan gives his son a forehead kiss before they walk off together.
An Emmy Award-nominee, Morgan is most known for his time as a cast member on 'Saturday Night Live' and recurring character on '30 Rock' with Tina Fey.
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