Essence Atkins
Birth Name:
Essence Uhura Atkins
Birth Place:
New York City, New York, United States
Profession
Actress, Director, Producer
Fast Facts
- Her two children are Jeffery Atkins and Varro Ballair Mendez
- Married football player Jaime Mendez in September 2009
- Her debut on television came with two appearances on the "The Cosby Show․"
- Best known for portraying Dee Dee Thorn in the sitcom "Half & Half․"
- Her wedding menu was created by chef and television personality G․ Gavin
Awards
- 2005Image Award - Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series:Nominated
- 2011Image Award - Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series:Nominated
- 2019Best Performance by an ActorWinner
- 2019Best Performance by an ActorWinner
- 2019Image Award - Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series:Nominated