Issa Rae
Jo-Issa Rae Diop
Issa Rae is an American actor from Los Angeles, California active since 2011.
- Profession
- Actor, Writer, Producer
- From
- Los Angeles, California
- Born
- January 12, 1985
- Years active
- 2011–present
Early life
A Los Angeles native of Senegalese descent, Jo-Issa Diop created the breakout web series "The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl."
Career
She created and starred in the acclaimed HBO series "Insecure," starred in "Barbie," and built the media company Hoorae and a record label.
Major achievements
She earned multiple Emmy and Golden Globe nominations and became a leading multi-hyphenate creator.
Legacy
Issa Rae expanded representation and ownership for Black creators across television and film.
References
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