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Sharon Brathwaite Biography

Birth Name:Sharon Brathwaite

Birth Place:The Bronx, New York, United States

Profession Actress, Producer, Writer, Director, Assistant director

Fast Facts

  • Began her career in production as a segment producer for the TV series "The Planet's Funniest Animals" in 1999
  • Was involved in the theater community in New York City and appeared in Off-Broadway productions of "Dreamgirls," "Livin' Fat," and "A Chorus Line" before moving to Los Angeles
  • Made her screen acting debut in the TV series "Rescue 77" in 1999
  • Best known for her role as Nija in "Think Like a Man" and as Grace in "The Wedding․"
  • Has also worked as a writer and producer on projects like "Unsung," "Seasons of Love," and "The Planet's Funniest Animals․"

Awards

  • 2015Black Reel-Outstanding Writing, TV Movie or Mini-Series: nominated
  • 2015Image Award-Outstanding Writing in a Television Movie: nominated