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• Is of Jamaican-Nigerian descent.
• Made her acting debut playing Artful Dodger in her middle school's production of Oliver Twist.
• Met Denzel Washington while performing in an uncredited role in 2002's John Q. and the acting legend reportedly inspired her to continue to pursue acting.
• Impressive theatre career includes lead roles in A Midsummer Night's Dream and Children's Hour.
• Works with Canadian charity Third World Awareness that challenges young adults to reach out and help those in need.