Lyriq Bent
(Actor)
.. Robert
Birthplace: Kingston, Jamaica
Trivia:
After graduating with high honors from New York's Seneca College with a degree in computer graphics under his arm, Lyriq Bent accepted a friend's challenge to try acting and discovered his great passion in life. In a remarkably short time, Bent secured Hollywood representation and began receiving offers to appear in theatrical features. This African-American supporting actor was particularly memorable as Rigg in the second, third, and fourth installments of the Saw series of slasher movies, and convincingly played a barber in director Bille Woodruff's 2003 dance saga Honey, opposite Jessica Alba and Mekhi Phifer. In 2007, Bent continued his predilection for the horror genre with his portrayal of Doak Soloman in the James Isaac-directed werewolf saga Skinwalkers. Bent's resumé also includes guest appearances on the television series Kevin Hill and Blue Murder; recurring roles on Playmakers and Street Time; and a regular role as Leo Jetson on the crime series Angela's Eyes.
Taraji P. Henson
(Actor)
.. Melinda
Born:
September 11, 1970
Birthplace: Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Trivia:
Washington, D.C., native Taraji P. Henson didn't always know that her smoldering charisma and beautiful face would make her a professional actress. On the contrary, she originally studied electrical engineering when she enrolled at North Carolina Agric & Tech. She later transferred to Howard University, where she attended classes while working as a secretary at the Pentagon, and as a singer and dancer aboard a cruise ship. She eventually changed her academic focus to theater and graduated in 1995. Henson's career began with appearances on Homicide: Life on the Street and ER, but it really took off when she was cast in a major supporting role in 2001's Baby Boy and 2004's Hustle & Flow, in which she also showcased her vocal talents, singing on the track "It's Hard Out Here for a Pimp" for the movie's soundtrack, which took home the Best Song Oscar that year. Henson later moved on to take major roles in Smokin' Aces and Talk to Me. Henson made the most of her work as the mother of the backward-aging man in David Fincher's The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, and her performance garnered Best Supporting Actress nominations from both the Screen Actors Guild, and the Academy. She became an in-demand character actress after that success and appeared in a series of films including Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys, the remake of The Karate Kid, Date Night, and Larry Crowne. In 2012, she was part of the ensemble in the hit comedy Think Like a Man, and later reprised her role in the sequel, Think Like a Man Too. Henson returned to television on the CBS crime drama Person of Interest, playing an NYPD detective. Her character was dramatically killed off in the third season, with Henson claiming she wanted to focus on her film career. However, she quickly took a role on the FOX musical drama Empire, playing breakout character Cookie Lyon.
Crystle Stewart
(Actor)
.. Diana
Born:
September 20, 1981
Birthplace: Houston, Texas, United States
Trivia:
In 1994, competed in the Junior Olympics and won a silver medal in the 4x400 meter relay.Attempted four times to win Miss Texas USA pageant and she succeeded in her last attempt.Was a former teacher's assistant for autistic students, in the same high school she studied.Made her debut as a host in the Miss teen USA 2009.Founded her own organization Inside/Out and provides motivational speaking and character development to young girls and women.Has been an advocate for many cancer prevention organizations through the years.Has been involved in the Best Buddies organization to assist individuals who have learning disabilities.
Jazmyn Simon
(Actor)
.. June
Born:
December 30, 1980
Birthplace: San Francisco, California, United States
Trivia:
Worked on a radio show in high school. Wanted to become a jockey which led to her studies in communications and theater. Moved to Chicago after college. Worked in HBO's sales department. Played her real-life fiancé's character love interest in Psych: The Movie (2017).
Danielle Nicolet
(Actor)
.. Sara
Born:
November 24, 1973
Birthplace: Ashtabula, Ohio, United States
Trivia:
Family moved to California when she was a child so she could train as a gymnast, but injuries and operations forced her to turn to her other love: acting. First success came in a role on the sitcom Family Matters in the 1991-92 season, but she had an even bigger part as a college student on 3rd Rock From the Sun from 1996 to 2001. After she appeared in the UPN sitcom Second Time Around (2004-05), Entertainment Weekly named her the network's "breakout star." Is an advocate for prisoners who may have been wrongfully convicted.
Ptosha Storey
(Actor)
.. Brenda
Nelson Estevez
(Actor)
.. Casey
Kendrick Cross
(Actor)
.. Kalvin
Antonio Madison
(Actor)
.. Young Robert
Ajiona Alexus
(Actor)
.. Young Melinda
Born:
March 16, 1996
Birthplace: Tuskegee, Alabama, United States
Trivia:
Born into a family of musicians and singers.Recited her first monologue on stage at age 8.Attended acting and dance classes as a child.Started her perfoming career at age 16.In 2013, released her debut single titled "Dream Big."
Bresha Webb
(Actor)
.. Young Brenda
Born:
May 05, 1985
Birthplace: Baltimore, Maryland, United States
Trivia:
Plays the violin. Played the role of Portia in a college production of Julius Caesar. Performs as a stand-up comedian. Has volunteered with the Black AIDS Institute to spread awareness of HIV within the African-American community. Is a supporter of Dress for Success, a nonprofit organization that aims to provide career opportunities to low-income women.
Jay Hunter
(Actor)
.. Devon
Jason Vail
(Actor)
.. Franklin
Shavon Kirksey
(Actor)
.. Young Diana
Racquel Bianca John
(Actor)
.. Young June
Angelique Valentine
(Actor)
.. Young Sarah
Jarvis Shaffer
(Actor)
.. Young Casey
Moses Jones
(Actor)
.. Young Calvin
Terayle Hill
(Actor)
.. Young Devon
Katie Carpenter
(Actor)
.. Carly
Shamea Morton
(Actor)
.. Audra
Douglas Dickerman
(Actor)
.. Mr. Prescott
Bob Lanoue
(Actor)
.. Attorney
Alonzo Ward
(Actor)
.. Neighbor
Scott Deal
(Actor)
.. Melvin
Geonard F. Butler II
(Actor)
.. Dean
George Bryant
(Actor)
.. Pastor
John Schmedes
(Actor)
.. Judge #1
Karen Beyer
(Actor)
.. Ms. Hilderbran
Lela Dawn Barrett
(Actor)
.. Judge #2
Haley Goldman
(Actor)
.. Worker
Jill Ginsberg
(Actor)
.. Attendant
Denise Woods
(Actor)
.. Therapist
Nathan Lycan
(Actor)
.. Wedding Planner
Je Nie Fleming
(Actor)
.. Lawyer
Remington Steele
(Actor)
.. Steward
C.C. Ice
(Actor)
.. Stewardess
Nicole Danielle
(Actor)
.. Sara