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Parisa Fitz-Henley was born on 22 July 1977 in Kingston, Jamaica. She is an actress and producer, known for My Spy (2020), Fantasy Island (2020) and The Sorcerer's Apprentice (2010). She has been married to Araya Crosskill since 2002.

Madge Sinclair was born Madge Dorita Walters on April 28, 1938 in Kingston, Jamaica, married young and had two sons. Madge worked as a teacher in Jamaica until she was 30. She left her two boys with their father and moved in 1968 to New York City to be an actress.

She began modeling and later acted with the New York Shakespearean Festival and at Joseph Papp's Public Theatre. In 1974, Madge made her film debut, playing Mrs. Scott in Conrack (1974). She was nominated for an Emmy Award for her performance as Bell Reynolds in the miniseries Roots (1977).

In 1982, shortly after joining the cast of Trapper John, M.D. (1979), Sinclair was diagnosed with leukemia. She continued to work, outliving the doctors' predictions by several years. On December 20, 1995, Madge Sinclair died at age 57 in Los Angeles, California, after a 13 year battle with leukemia.

David Reivers was born on 24 November 1962 in Kingston, Jamaica. He is an actor and producer, known for Circle (2015), High School Musical 3: Senior Year (2008) and Poseidon (2006).

He was a highly successful black actor/director in the 1950s and 1960s who - because of his light-skinned appearance - transcended race and ethnicity in his performances. In motion pictures, Frank Silvera was cast as black, Latino, Polynesian and "white"/racially indeterminate (due to black + white film stock's lack of discernment when rendering light-skinned African-Americans).

He was actively engaged in the Civil Rights Struggles of the 1950s and 1960s and called on all of his associates in the theater and film world to support the efforts of Black Americans during this watershed in American history. The Frank Silvera Writers' Workshop Foundation, Inc. was founded by actor/ director Morgan Freeman, playwright/director Garland Lee Thompson Garland Thompson, director/ actress Billie Allen and journalist Clayton Riley in 1973.

Peter Williams was born on 31 December 1957 in Kingston, Jamaica. He is an actor and writer, known for The Chronicles of Riddick (2004), Stargate: Continuum (2008) and Jungleground (1995).

After graduating college with high honors, Lyriq Bent originally began his career as a Computer Graphic Technician. Bent's plans, however, were short-lived as he decided to take up acting on a dare. Since then, his career has gained considerable momentum with numerous film and television appearances already under his belt. Bent's eclectic mix of roles and rising popularity has earned kudos in both his native Canada and the U.S.

In addition to landing a co-starring role on Lifetime's drama series "Angela's Eyes" from the producers of Crash, Bent guest starred on the CBS series "CSI: Miami" opposite David Caruso, the UPN series "Kevin Hill" opposite Taye Diggs and USA Network's "Kojak" opposite Ving Rhames. Additionally, the versatile actor has had recurring roles on the CBS/Zoetrope series "Platinum", the ESPN/Disney series "Playmakers" and the hit E1/ABC series "Rookie Blue". Bent also appeared in Robert Townsend's multi-award winning television movie "10,000 Black Men Named George" and the CBC mini-series "Guns", winner of five Geminis, alongside Elisha Cuthbert and Colm Feore.

Bent's success in film has also been burgeoning. His film credits include starring opposite Mark Wahlberg and Andrè 3000 in the John Singleton film "Four Brothers" and "Take the Lead" with Antonio Banderas and Alfre Woodard. Bent also co-starred in the smash horror films "Saw II" and "Saw III" and as the lead character in "Saw IV", which opened at #1 in the box office, grossing over $100 million worldwide. He has also appeared in "Mother's Day" with Rebecca De Mornay, Shawn Ashmore and Jaime King, "Honey" alongside Jessica Alba, "Crime Spree" with Gerard Depardieu and "A Day Late and a Dollar Short" based on the New York Times Bestseller by Terry McMillan, starring Whoopi Goldberg, Ving Rhames and Mekhi Phifer. Furthermore, Bent starred in director Michael Mabbott's critically acclaimed debut feature film, "The Life and Hard Times of Guy Terrifico," which premiered at the 2005 Toronto International Film Festival, winning the award for Best First Canadian Feature Film. Most recently, Bent co-starred in "Home Again", the Official Selection of the 2012 Toronto International Film Festival and winner of the festival choice award by the British Academy of Film and Television Art's Festival.

Most recently, Bent completed filming the BET/CBC mini-series "Book of Negroes" based on Lawrence Hill's best-selling novel, opposite Louis Gosset Jr., Cuba Gooding Jr., and Aunjanue Ellis. The project from Conquering Pictures, Out of Africa Entertainment and Entertainment One Television will air on BET Networks in the U.S. and CBC in Canada.

Bent is also as passionate about sports as he is about acting. He is an avid golfer and enjoys playing basketball, baseball, and soccer, and is no stranger to his kitchen.

Evan is an actor, writer, producer and media entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in the entertainment industry. He has been a principal performer in over a dozen feature films, Broadway and Off-Broadway theater productions; and hundreds of television episodes. Evan is the founder/CEO of Arimathea Media Capital Inc., a media content company that highlights the voices and perspectives of people on the margins, people of color and people of faith in content that appeals to the global marketplace. He holds a BA in Economics from Cornell University, as well as both an MFA and MDIV from Yale University.

Roxanne Beckford was born on 17 November 1969 in Kingston, Jamaica. She is an actress and producer, known for A Different World (1987), Father of the Bride Part II (1995) and Something's Gotta Give (2003). She has been married to Bob Hoge since 6 July 1996. They have four children.

Sandra Denton "Pepa" was born in Kingston, Jamaica on November 7, 1964. Her family moved to Queens, New York, when she was a child. In 1985, while studying nursing at Queens Borough College, she met Cheryl 'Salt' James. They began rapping together. In 1986, they formed Salt-N-Pepa. Sandra made her debut that year, along with Cheryl, on an album called 'Hot, Cool, & Vicious'. In 1988, Spinderella joined Salt-N-Pepa, as their D.J. Sandra, Cheryl and 'Dee Dee' made their second album, 'A Salt with a Deadly Pepa', in 1988. In 1990, Sandra had her first child, named Tyran. Since then, she has made a guest appearance on Ricki Lake (1992), teaching teens the responsibilities of being a teenage mother.

Paula O'Hara was born on 31 October 1955 in Kingston, Jamaica. She was an actress, known for American Gun (2002), Silverfox (1991) and The Set Up (1995). She was married to James Coburn and John Michael Twombly. She died on 30 July 2004 in Los Angeles, California, USA.

Basil Wallace immigrated to the United States from Jamaica, West Indies with his four siblings. They joined their parents in Brooklyn, New York where Basil went to elementary and junior high school. The family then moved to Long Island where he attended high school. It was while at Hempstead High School that Basil knew for sure that he wanted a life in the theater. He auditioned for a Broadway bound play, Front Page, starring Henry Fonda, Estelle Parsons, and Robert Ryan. He won the role. That experience sealed his future.

He applied to Yale, New York University (NYU) and Harvard. He was accepted to both Yale and NYU, but chose NYU for both New York City and Lloyd Richards of famed A Raisin in the Sun, who was teaching there at the time. That same summer he was selected by Ellen Steward of La Mama ETC (Experimental Theatre Company) to become a member of her theater. He is now a lifetime member.

He attended NYU for two years and while there he got his first off-Broadway play, The Pig Pen at the American Place Theatre. His life in the theatre had begun. For the next 20 years he worked as an actor, director and writer in the theater. With La Mama, he was director in residence for a year. As an actor, he also took 5 plays to the Italian Theatre Festival under La Mama.

Throughout those years he worked off-Broadway, major regional theaters, and national tours. To keep his craft sharp he continued to take private lessons at places like the Negro Ensemble Company and The Players' Workshop where he eventually taught.

Wallace also taught theater aesthetics' for Lincoln Center for ten years. He was the Director of Drama for school district 13 in the Bronx, NY, and Director of Mini-Mobile Theatre for two years. He was one of the founding members and artistic director for its first year of the Caribbean American Repertory Theatre. He was also director of the Yard Bird Players for three years.

In 1990, Basil decided to move to Los Angeles to pursue acting in films. He auditioned for the film Marked for Death and got the leading role. He has been working in both film and television since then. Some movie credits to his name are Grand Canyon, The Wood, Free Willy 2, Return of the Living Dead 3, Caught Up, Deadlock, and Blood Diamond. For television, you've seen him in episodes of West Wing, Judging Amy, The Pretender, Any Day Now, and NYPD Blue. Since moving to "Hollywood," Basil has started JaCuBas Films for the development of new product.

He continues to learn and grow through working with other actors as both a coach and director of scene study.

Angela Wynter was born on 14 July 1957 in Kingston, Jamaica. She is an actress, known for EastEnders (1985), Last Christmas (2019) and Holby City (1999).

Sean Paul Francis Henriques (born 9 January 1973), known professionally as Sean Paul, is a Jamaican dancehall rapper, singer and record producer. Sean Paul was born in Kingston, Jamaica to parents Garth and Frances. His mother is a well-known painter. His paternal grandfather is from a Jewish family that had emigrated from Portugal, and his paternal grandmother was Afro-Caribbean; his mother is of English and Chinese Jamaican descent. Sean Paul was raised as a Catholic. Many members of his family are swimmers. His grandfather was on the first Jamaican men's national water polo team. His father also played water polo for the team in the 1960s, and competed in long-distance swimming, while Paul's mother was a butterfly swimmer. Paul played for the national water polo team from the age of 13 to 21, when he gave up the sport in order to launch his musical career. He attended Wolmer's Boys' School and the College of Arts, Science, and Technology, now known as the University of Technology, where he was trained in commerce with an aim of pursuing an occupation in swimming. In 2012, Paul married his longtime girlfriend Jodi Stewart, a Jamaican TV host. In August 2016, it was announced that the couple was expecting their first child. On 26 February 2017, Sean Paul announced the birth of his son, Levi Blaze.

Paul's manager and producer Jeremy Harding first heard about the singer when his brother told him about seeing someone at a small open mic event in Kingston who sounded a lot like the popular dancehall DJ and toaster Super Cat. Harding eventually met the singer when Paul came by his studio to ask for some advice. During the meeting Paul recorded a vocal over Harding's rhythm track and in the process created the song "Baby Girl". Paul began hanging out at the studio every day, and the pair collaborated on several more tracks. When they recorded "Infiltrate" they decided they had something good enough to get on the radio. As Sean Paul started to attract local attention, Harding began looking after his affairs. He later told HitQuarters that his support of Paul's fledgling career initially led him assuming the roles of "DJ, manager, road manager and security guard." Paul made a quick cameo appearance in the 1998 film Belly on stage performing. He made a very successful collaboration with DMX & Mr. Vegas (Top Shotter) as a soundtrack of the film. In 2000, Paul released his debut album, Stage One with VP Records.

In 2002, he began working extensively with a team of producers and choreographers from Toronto, namely Jae Blaze and Blaze Entertainment and announced the release of his second album, Dutty Rock. Pushed by the success of the singles "Gimme the Light" and the Billboard Hot 100 topper, "Get Busy", the album was a worldwide success, eventually selling over six million copies. The album Dutty Rock won the Reggae Album of the year at the 46th Annual Grammy Awards in 2004. His single "Get Busy" was also nominated for best Rap Song in that year. Simultaneously, Sean Paul was heard on Beyoncé's U.S. #1 single "Baby Boy" and Blu Cantrell's "Breathe", a chart hit in Europe. Both helped to push his reputation further still in the United States. He appeared on Punk'd, 106 & Park, Sean Paul Respect, Making the Video ("Get Busy", "Gimme the Light", and "Like Glue") and his music videos have been broadcast on MTV and BET.

Paul's third album The Trinity was released on 27 September 2005. The album produced five big hits, "We Be Burnin'", "Ever Blazin'", "Give It Up to Me", "Never Gonna Be the Same" and the U.S. chart-topping smash hit "Temperature". The video of "Give It Up to Me" (featuring Keyshia Cole) was featured in the movie Step Up in 2006. He was nominated for four awards at the 2006 Billboard Music Awards, including male artist of the year, rap artist of the year, hot 100 single of the year, and pop single of the year for his hit "Temperature". He also won an American Music Award for "(When You Gonna) Give It Up to Me" beating Kanye West and Nick Lachey who were also nominated for the award. His song "Send It On" from "The Trinity" featured on the 2005 Vauxhall Corsa advert. Sean Paul often contributes his songs to various Riddim Driven albums (by VP Records). In March 2007, he returned to Jamaica to perform at the Cricket World Cup 2007 opening ceremony. Paul appears on the game Def Jam: Fight for NY as part of Snoop Dogg's crew and again in the game's sequel, Def Jam: Icon.

Imperial Blaze was released on 18 August 2009. The lead single, "So Fine", which was produced by Stephen "Di Genius" McGregor, premiered on Sean Paul's official website on 26 April 2009. Speaking to Pete Lewis of 'Blues & Soul' magazine in August 2009, Sean Paul stated that 'Imperial Blaze' "Actually signifies 'The King's Fire'. It's that thing inside of you that gives you the desire to do whatever you do, and be the best in the world at it." The new album consists of 20 tracks including "So Fine", "Press it Up", "She Want Me", "Private Party" which are party tracks and also love songs such as "Hold My Hand" (feat Keri Hilson), "Lately", "Now That I've Got Your Love" among others. Producers on the album include Don Corleone, Jeremy Harding, and Sean's brother Jason 'Jigzagula' Henriques. All the full songs of the album have been added to Sean Paul's Myspace page on the day of release of the album. The album spawned eight music videos: "Always On My Mind (with Da'Ville)", "Give It to You (with Eve)", "Watch Them Roll", "Back It Up" (with Leftside), "(I Wanna See You) Push It Baby" (with Pretty Ricky), "Hit 'Em" (with Fahrenheit and his brother Jason "Jigzagula" Henriques), "Come Over" with Estelle, and also the video of his first single, "So Fine" from the new album. Sean Paul appeared in Shaggy's video, "Save A Life", which also includes appearances from Elephant Man and Da'Ville, among others. In an effort to raise money for a children's hospital, Shaggy, Sean Paul and others had a benefit concert. All proceeds went towards getting new equipment and technology 'For Aid to the Bustamante Hospital for Children'. During the premiere for MNET's Big Brother Africa: All-Stars on 18 July 2010, he performed his songs "Temperature", "Hold My Hand", and "So Fine".

The first single Got 2 Luv U features vocals from American singer Alexis Jordan. It was released on 19 July 2011 by Atlantic Records. The song was written by Sean Paul, Ryan Tedder and Stargate and produced by Stargate. "She Doesn't Mind" is the second single from the album. It was written by Sean Paul, Shellback and Benny Blanco and was produced by Shellback and Benny Blanco. It was released on 29 September 2011 on NRJ & Skyrock (French radios), and to iTunes on 31 October. Like its proceeder, "Got 2 Luv U", featuring Alexis Jordan, it topped the charts in Switzerland, but it debuted at that spot. Sean appeared on the Never Mind the Buzzcocks episode which aired on 21 November 2011. Tomahawk Technique was released on 18 September 2012 in USA. The album was nominated for the best reggae album in the 55th Grammy awards. Sean Paul is featured in the Simple Plan song "Summer Paradise". In 2012, Sean Paul was asked to team up with electronic artist Congorock and Moombahton artist Stereo Massive to feature vocals on their song "Bless Di Nation".

Sean Paul enjoyed a commercial resurgence in his career throughout 2016 after being featured on three largely successful hit singles by Australian singer Sia, girl band Little Mix and classical crossover group Clean Bandit. On 6 February 2016, Paul performed in the opening ceremony of Pakistan Super League. On 11 February 2016, Sia released a remix version of her song "Cheap Thrills" featuring Paul. The song became an international hit, reaching number one in more than 15 countries, including the United States, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Spain and Sweden. On 11 April 2016, it was confirmed that Paul would be featured on a track by Little Mix called "Hair", from their third album Get Weird.

In June 2016, he signed with Island Records. In November 2016, Paul cited Toots and the Maytals as inspiration when it comes to his own personal career longevity by saying, "I've seen some great people in my industry, you know, people like Toots...Toots and the Maytals. Toots he's a great reggae artist and he's still doing it...He's up there in years and he's doing it. Those kind of artists inspire me. I know I'm just going to keep on doing music as long as I can." In October 2016, Clean Bandit released the song "Rockabye", which features Paul and English singer Anne-Marie. It spent nine consecutive weeks at number one, and gained the coveted Christmas number one. On 18 November 2016, he released the lead single off his upcoming seventh studio album, "No Lie" featuring Dua Lipa.

Tiffany was born and raised in Kingston, Jamaica, with a multi-ethnic background of Chinese, West African, Irish and English. During her childhood, her father was a commercial airline pilot for Air Jamaica and her mother was an esthetician. At the age of 17, she and her family emigrated to the US, living in Fort Lauderdale Florida for three years together, before she moved to Los Angeles on her own, solely for the purpose of pursuing a career in the entertainment industry. During her time in California, she established a career as a voice actor, appearing in such roles as "Delah," in Horizon Forbidden West (2022) (Sony PlayStation), and other various voice over roles on films such as Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie (2017) (DreamWorks Animation) commercials for How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World (2019) (DreamWorks Animation), online video games for Target, ABC Mouse (2017) , amongst many other major productions, soon to be released. She met the love of her life in Los Angeles (A Danish animator) and they married in The Loire Valley, France, in 2016. Four years later, she and her husband migrated to Montréal, Canada, where Tiffany continues her career as a voice actor and more recently, acting on camera, in both English and French. But I Want to Leave the Party (2022), is Tiffany's debut in writing and producing, and she has since incorporated her film production company, "Leave the Party Films(TM), Inc." in January 2023. Tiffany looks forward to continuing her career as a producer, bringing her unique perspective and voice to the film industry.

Larrington Walker was born on 1 August 1946 in Kingston, Jamaica. He was an actor, known for Human Traffic (1999), The Chinese Detective (1981) and Fighting Back (1986). He died on 2 September 2017 in Bouillante, Guadeloupe, France.

Kimberly Huie was born on 2 December 1965 in Kingston, Jamaica. She is an actress and producer, known for Self Made: Inspired by the Life of Madam C.J. Walker (2020), The Blacklist (2013) and Rookie Blue (2010).

Ziggy Marley was born on 17 October 1968 in Kingston, Jamaica. He is a music artist and actor, known for Shark Tale (2004), Bob Marley: One Love (2024) and Into the Blue (2005). He is married to Orly Marley. They have five children.

Jamaican-born actor Wayne Gordon was inspired to go into acting at a young age, growing up watching Lee Majors in "The Six Million Dollars Man" and Bruce Lee in "Enter the Dragon". However, before entering the industry, he first served in the HM Forces and later represented Great Britain in Bobsledding.

After retiring from winter sports, Wayne started working with Sky One's TV show Gladiators, as the character Doom. During this time, he worked to become a stuntman, but subsequently discovered his true calling for acting, whilst working on the hit TV series, Spooks.

Wayne's film career has gone from strength to strength, with roles in high-profile projects, including Skyfall, Angel Has Fallen, Vengeance, 400 Bullets, and more recently, working with the director Philippe Martinez on his latest project, Miss Willoughby, starring alongside Kelsey Grammer and Us or Them, alongside Malin Akerman.

Wayne's TV appearances have included Into the Badlands and Miracle Workers alongside Daniel Radcliffe. In 2020, he made his mark in video games and motion capture, with his first game released in 2021.

Wayne is passionate about producing performances that evoke emotional reactions from his audience.

Philip Akin was born on 18 April 1950 in Kingston, Jamaica. He is an actor, known for RoboCop (2014), The Sum of All Fears (2002) and The Ref (1994).

Richard Chevolleau was born in October 1966 in Kingston, Jamaica. He is an actor and writer, known for Narc (2002), Earth: Final Conflict (1997) and Four Brothers (2005).

Shaggy was born on 22 October 1968 in Kingston, Jamaica. He is a music artist and actor, known for Money Train (1995), No Time to Die (2021) and Speed 2: Cruise Control (1997). He has been married to Rebecca Parker since 2014. They have three children.

Akeem Mignott is a Jamaican actor, director and educator who has steadily been building his acting career over the past 14 years. A past student of Goldsmith University of London and Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts. Akeem is the founder and Artistic director of Trapix Theatre Company. Akeem's Filmography includes Hang em High, Masterminds, When morning comes and Get Millie Black. Mignott has acted in numerous commercial productions(plays) including Aston Cooke's "Jamaica Fifty 2 Rhatid", "Single Entry", "Right Girl Wrong Address" and "Back A Yaad" and films Hang em High, Ghetta Life, TVJ's Real Friends, Master Minds and Shebada in Charge . He was also featured in several music videos such as Pitbill and Steven Marley's "Options" and Ikaya's "Ugly Girl"

Mignott has also represented Jamaica regionally at The Caribbean Schools Drama Festival and internationally at the Aberdeen International Youth Festival in Scotland as well as at the Atlanta International Schools's ISTA festival. Akeem copped the award for Best Director for the Jamaica Youth Theatre production "Wi Love Wiself" which took home 11 major awards at the Caribbean School's Drama Festival. Having had the privilege of working with veteran actors such as Leonie Forbes and Oliver Samuels. He holds a Masters degree in Applied Theatre and a Bachelors in Drama Education.

Akeem wants to see more opportunities created for young actors. He says a partnership between the two will promote the sustainability of the Jamaican culture. This fast-rising talent is passionate about the Jamaican culture and strongly believes in its power to promote self identity. He hopes to see in the next 5 years more Jamaican plays that showcase the good and positive side of the country.

. Chevening Scholar 2019 . University of Technology President's Award for Contribution to Jamaica Theatre 2015 . Prime Minister Youth Award Awardee 2020 . Actor Boy Award Nominee for Best Actor in a Supporting Role 2014 . Best Director at the Secondary school drama festival in 2014 . Recipient of the Outstanding Directors Award at the Caribbean Secondary School's Drama Festival in Barbados 2013

Garcia Brown is a British film, television and theatre actor, known for Shameless (2017), A Lesson Learnt (2015) and A Song From the Dark.

Born in Kingston, Jamaica but was moved to the UK with her mother when she was just 3yrs old. Garcia would always express herself through arts and dancing, so by the time she was 8 she was enrolled into a theatre school for children, this is where her training and journey began as an actress.

Patrick Ewing is a Jamaican-American retired Hall of Fame basketball player and head coach of the Georgetown University men's basketball team. He played most of his career as the starting center of the NBA's New York Knicks and also played briefly with the Seattle SuperSonics and Orlando Magic.

Patrick Ewing played center for Georgetown for four years, where he played in the NCAA Championship Game three times and was named as the 16th greatest college player of all time by ESPN. He had an eighteen-year NBA career, predominantly playing for the New York Knicks, where he was an eleven-time all-star and named to seven All-NBA teams. The Knicks appeared in the NBA Finals twice (1994 & 1999) during his tenure. He won Olympic gold medals as a member of the 1984 and 1992 United States men's Olympic basketball teams. In a 1996 poll celebrating the 50th anniversary of the NBA, Ewing was selected as one of the 50 Greatest Players in NBA History. He is a two-time inductee into the Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Massachusetts (in 2008 for his individual career, and in 2010 as a member of the 1992 Olympic team). Additionally he was inducted into the U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame as a member of the "Dream Team" in 2009. His number 33 was retired by the Knicks in 2003.

Marguerite LeWars was born in 1938 in Kingston, Jamaica, British West Indies. She is an actress, known for Dr. No (1962), Miss Universe Pageant (1961) and Inside 'Dr. No' (2000).