NIKA KING (Ella Mae Brown), known for her roles in Euphoria and Kevin Hart’s Guide to Black, balances comedy and drama effortlessly. Her breakout role on Euphoria showcased her dramatic talent, while her comedy has graced stages at the Just for Laughs Festival and her own show, Niko King & Friends. King’s creative ventures extend to writing, producing, and starring in the web series Funny Married Stuff, and executive producing her debut feature film, Possum Trot. With personal experiences driving her advocacy, King’s multifaceted career continues to inspire and uplift.
Meet The Cast
KYANNA SIMONE (Bertha), known for her roles in diverse projects, recently starred in Supremes at Earl’s All-You-Can-Eat alongside Uzo Aduba, Aunjanue Ellis, and Sanaa Lathan. Her versatility shines in Season 2 of Winning Time, the indie feature The Year Between (premiered at Tribeca Film Festival), and Ryan Murphy’s American Horror Stories. Her impressive resume includes roles in Project Power with Jamie Foxx and Joseph Gordon-Levitt, MA with Octavia Spencer, amongst others. With a range of performances across various genres, Simone continues to captivate audiences with her talent and presence on screen.
HONEY ROBINSON (Myrna), a Theatre major at USC, began her acting journey at 9, performing Shakespeare in Compton. With two consecutive wins at the City Hearts’ Shakespeare Challenge, she showcased her talent early. Robinson’s credits include the Awesomeness TV series My Dream Quinceañera, along with guest and co-starring roles in The Rookie and The Goldbergs. Notably, she recently wrapped a lead role in the Disney+ Launchpad film Black Belts, highlighting her versatility and promising career trajectory.
NIA SONDAYA (Lulu), who won Best Supporting Actress at just 14 years old for her debut role in the Pittsburgh Playwright’s Black White Festival, later moved to Los Angeles to study at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy. Her talent has led to recurring roles in Showtime’s Yellowjackets, Peacock’s Bel Air, and Apple TV’s Truth Be Told. Additionally, Sondaya secured a leading role in the Netflix film Heart Shot, showcasing her versatility and promising career trajectory in the entertainment industry.
JOSEPHINE LAWRENCE (Octavia), whose acting journey commenced at 4 on stage at the Southwest Fulton Arts Center in Atlanta, Georgia, has since built a diverse portfolio. Her credits include appearances in indie and short films, national commercials for Amazon Prime and Lexus, and notable television productions like Tyler Perry’s Meet The Browns, Fox’s 9-1-1, Starz’ Raising Kanan, and OWN’s Cherish The Day. Lawrence’s early start and versatile talent hint at a promising career trajectory in the entertainment industry.
MAXCIANNA SAINTILUS (Carol), a Haitian American actress, honed her craft at the Vashon Center Of The Arts. Adopted from Haiti at a young age, she embarked on her acting journey at 5 years old. Saintilus recently starred in Choices, a film that earned the Best Cast Award at the Diversity in Cannes Short Film and Web Series Showcase. Her dedication to her craft and early start in the industry underscore her talent and potential for future success.