1. Sanaa Lathan - Bobbcat Films
Her first movie role came in the action movie, Drive (1997), where she played the estranged wife ("Carolyn Brody"), opposite Kadeem Hardison. Other brief ...
Sanaa Lathan, pronounced Sa-NAA, "like Sinatra without the tra", was born on September 19, 1971, in New York, as her actress mother Eleanor McCoy performed on Broadway with the likes of Eartha Kitt, and her director father Stan Lathan worked behind the scenes in television for PBS. She was exposed to the life of entertainment and stars at a very early age, which had a profound impact upon her life. As a child, she was nurtured in athletics and the arts, through training in Gymnastics and Dance. She later became a product of divorced parents, whom she remained closely connected to, by being shuttled to live between them, both, in New York and Los Angeles. Those loving, supportive parents, the extremes of the public schools of New York City and the riches of the 90210 Beverly Hills High, served to build, within Sanaa, a humble spirit, a competitive nature, and a full awareness of self. Being academically competitive and wanting to attain proficiency to become a successful professional, Sanaa began her college matriculation, attending the University of California at Berkeley in the liberal arts division, studying English. While an undergraduate, she continued to nurture the latent desire to express herself through the arts by performing with the "Black Theatre Workshop". Nearing the end of her college days with thoughts of what her next move would be, Sanaa considered the natural progression of an English major to law school, but her fate was sealed as she was encouraged to appl...
2. Sanaa Lathan Looks Back at Her Most Iconic Roles - ELLE
Sep 30, 2022 · After graduating from Yale School of Drama in the '90s, her first credited role was in 1996 with the LL Cool J-led family sitcom In the House.
“This is making me emotional. I've done a lot of movies.”
3. Sanaa Lathan: Credits, Bio, News & More | Broadway World
In 2004, Lathan's performance in the Broadway revival of A Raisin in the Sun, earned her a nomination at the Tony Awards for Best Featured Actress in a Play.
Explore Sanaa Lathan's biography, theatre & movie credits. She is the daughter of actress Eleanor McCoy and film director Stan Lathan. Her career began after she appeared in the shows In the House, Family Matters, NYPD Blue, and Moesha. Lathan later garnered further prominence after starring in the 1998 superhero film Blade, which followed with film roles in The Best Man (1999), Love & Basketball (2000), Disappearing Acts (2000), and Brown Sugar (2002). In 2004, Lathan's performance in the Broadway re
4. Sanaa Lathan News & Biography - Empire Magazine
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5. Sanaa Lathan Movies and Shows - Apple TV
Although canceled by the network within its first year, unaired ... Lathan followed with a prominent role in actor-writer-director Tyler Perry's ...
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6. Sanaa Lathan - The Movie Database
In 2022, she made her directorial debut with the film On the Come Up, in which she also has a supporting role. Sanaa McCoy Lathan (/səˈnɑ/ born September 19, ...
Sanaa McCoy Lathan (/səˈnɑ/ born September 19, 1971) is an American stage, film, television, and voice actress. She is the daughter of actress Eleanor McCoy and film director Stan Lathan. She earned bachelor's degree in English from University of California, Berkeley, and a master's degree in drama from Yale. She is best known for her roles as Robyn in The Best Man films and subsequent TV miniseries on Peacock, Naomi Hicks on Netflix's Hit & Run, Violet Jones in Nappily Ever After, Ashe Akino on Fox's drama Shots Fired, Deputy Director Natalie Austin in Now You See Me 2 (2016), Leah Vaughn in The Perfect Guy (2015), Jenelle Wilson on Showtime's drama The Affair, Mona Fredricks on Starz' drama Boss, Andrea in Tyler Perry's The Family That Preys (2008), Beneatha Younger in ABC's film adaptation of A Raisin in the Sun (2008), Kenya McQueen in Something New (2006), Ann Merai Harrison in Out of Time (2004), Sidney 'Sid' Shaw in Brown Sugar (2002), Monica Wright in Love & Basketball (2000), Zora Banks in Disappearing Acts (2000), Alicia in The Wood (1999), Vanessa Brooks - the mother of Wesley Snipes' title character - in Blade (1998), and Briana Gilliam on NBC's sitcom Lateline. She had recurring roles on HBO's Succession and FX's Nip/Tuck, and starred on NBC's short-lived sitcom Built to Last. In 2022, she received a nomination for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series, for her work on the television series Succession. Her other movie credits...
7. Sanaa Lathan List of Movies and TV Shows - TV Guide
Sanaa Lathan. Birth Place:New York, New York, United States. Profession Actor. Actor. 47 Credits. The Best Man: The Final ...
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8. Sanaa Lathan | Rotten Tomatoes
Ironically, it was her work off-camera that brought Lathan one of her more successful roles as the voice of the unflappable Donna Tubbs in "The Cleveland Show" ...
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9. Sanaa Lathan | Ultimate Pop Culture Wiki - Fandom
Sanaa McCoy Lathan (born September 19, 1971) is an American actress and voice actress. She has starred in many films, including The Best Man, ...
See AlsoHdmovie2 SbsSanaa McCoy Lathan (born September 19, 1971) is an American actress and voice actress. She has starred in many films, including The Best Man, its 2013 sequel, The Best Man Holiday, Love & Basketball, Brown Sugar, Alien vs. Predator, The Family That Preys, Contagion and Now You See Me 2. In theatre, Lathan was nominated for a Tony Award for her performance on Broadway in A Raisin in the Sun and starred in 2010 in the all-black performance of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof at the Novello Theatre in London.
10. Sanaa Lathan | Boss Wiki - Fandom
Sanaa Lathan, born September 19, 1971 in New York City, New York, USA, is an actor. She stars as Mona Fredericks in the second season.
Sanaa Lathan, born September 19, 1971 in New York City, New York, USA, is an actor. She stars as Mona Fredericks in the second season. She has also appeared in the films Blade (1998), Out of Time (2003), AVP: Alien vs. Predator (2004), and Something New (2006). Lathan was nominated for a Tony Award for her performance on Broadway in A Raisin in the Sun. In 2010 she starred in the all-black performance of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof at the Novello Theatre in London. Lathan was born in New York City and
11. Sanaa Lathan family in detail: ex-husband, parents and siblings
Sanaa is the daughter of a celebrated film director from his first marriage. ... Her breaking role was in the movie “Love & Basketball”. The role of Monica ...
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12. Sanaa LATHAN – Acting her best! - Las Vegas Black Image Magazine
Jun 28, 2011 · In the eyes of many, Sanaa Lathan first entered the hearts of movie ... Even to this day, people are still talking about my role in that movie.
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13. Sanaa Lathan: A Comprehensive Look At Her Life And Career
Dec 5, 2024 · Sanaa Lathan's career took off in the late 1990s, with her breakout role in the romantic comedy "Love & Basketball" (2000). This film showcased ...
Sanaa Lathan is a renowned actress and voice artist, celebrated for her versatile performances and captivating presence on screen. With a career spanning over t
14. I think I'm a character actress in a leading lady's body, but the industry ...
Sep 19, 2024 · Sanaa Lathan is DEEPLY human. I've been a fan for some time, ever since I first saw (and fell in love with) Love and Basketball.
15. Sanaa Lathan - Age, Family, Bio | Famous Birthdays
American film and voice actor who has appeared in several successful productions, including A Raisin in the Sun. Her performance earned her a Black Reel Award ...
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16. Sanaa Lathan on 'Succession' Diversity Criticism, Directorial Debut
Oct 29, 2021 · Once Lathan committed to her professional destiny, she pursued acting with full determination. When she landed her first film part in 1998's ...
The 'Affair' actress talks about joining season three of the hit HBO show and adapting 'On the Come Up' for the big screen.
17. Sanaa Lathan makes her directorial debut with 'On the Come Up'
Oct 9, 2022 · Sanaa Lathan makes her directorial debut with 'On the Come Up' ... MICHEL MARTIN, HOST: ... SANAA LATHAN: (As Jay) I heard the song. Explain to me ...
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Lathan about her new film as well as her journey to the director's chair.
