Paula Jai Parker
Acting
Biography
Paula Jai Parker (born August 19, 1969) is an American actress. She is best known for her supporting roles in the films Friday (1995), Sprung (1997), Why Do Fools Fall in Love (1998), Phone Booth (2002), Hustle & Flow (2005) and Idlewild (2006). Description above from the Wikipedia article Paula Jai Parker, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Born: August 19, 1969
Place of Birth: Cleveland, Ohio, USA
Known For
The Furry Fortune
Two twins who are growing apart discover their pet rescue dog is shedding money. The neighbors, a malicious IRS agent and his slimy son, kidnap the money-making canine, and the siblings must work together to save their pet and their family.
She's Got a Plan
She’s Got A Plan directed by and starring Fatima Washington, follows Isis Angelo, a struggling female writer-director who gives herself an ultimatum: either make her dream career take off in 30 days or throw in the towel for good. But, will she be able to go against everything she believes to become something she’s always wanted to be?
Crown Lake
When Eleanor "Nellie" Chambers shows up at Crown Lake Academy, a fancy all-girls boarding school, she knows this school is her ticket to a new & better life. But she also knows fitting in and learning the ropes isn’t going to be easy. Until she finds a guide.
Last Call at Murray's
Closing night at a rural bar gets complicated when a blizzard traps a motley crew of misfits overnight.
Martin: The Reunion
This special takes a look at the show’s origin and evolution, through interviews with the cast and original directors, featuring special musical performances, as well as behind the scenes commentary on Martin’s impact.
Hollywood Divas
With stardom come challenges that make celebrities face the reality of Tinsel Town. Five actresses profiled on "Hollywood Divas" experience the dark side of fame, like being blackballed by the industry over a personal relationship or confronting image issues over what others say about them. Golden Brooks thinks reality stars usurp actresses' roles; Countess Vaughn believes her physique limits her roles; Paula Jai Parker feels shunned for marrying a production aide; Lisa Wu strives for respect as an actress; Elise Neal, nearing 50, reignites her dance troupe.
The Mentalist
Patrick Jane, a former celebrity psychic medium, uses his razor sharp skills of observation and expertise at "reading" people to solve serious crimes with the California Bureau of Investigation.
Criminal Minds
An elite team of FBI profilers analyze the country's most twisted criminal minds, anticipating their next moves before they strike again. The Behavioral Analysis Unit's most experienced agent is David Rossi, a founding member of the BAU who returns to help the team solve new cases.
9-1-1
Explore the high-pressure experiences of police officers, paramedics and firefighters who are thrust into the most frightening, shocking and heart-stopping situations. These emergency responders must try to balance saving those who are at their most vulnerable with solving the problems in their own lives.
The Shield
The story of an inner-city Los Angeles police precinct where some of the cops aren't above breaking the rules or working against their associates to both keep the streets safe and their self-interests intact.
Filmography
as Head Therapist
as June
as Mason
as Victoria
as Martha
as Diamond
as Trudy (voice)
as Aunt Zora
as Hazel Emory
as Evelyn
as Charlene Addison
as Stephanie Sanders
as Headmistress Merriweather
as Ms. Kelly
as Eve
as Judith Spivey
as Sheryl
as Rhonda
as Danice
as Margarita Jean-Baptiste
as Angela
as Yvonne
as Karen
as Joyce Miller
as Shartruce
as Linda
as Desiree Stewart
as Pastor Shirley
as Sylvie Starr
as Gina Sanders
as Laticious
as Drew
as Amelia
as Elizabeth Gayle
as Yolanda (voice)
as Ellie
as Astrid
as Karen
as Patty Orwell
as Monica Wilson
as Tatiana Williams
as Rose
as Self
as Captain Vivian Paige
as Sylvia
as Trudy Parker-Proud (voice)
as Lexus
as Reecy
as Ruth Brown
as Evelyn
as Rolonda
as Trudy Parker-Proud (voice)
as Sara
as Felicia
as Deana Walters / D-Nasty
as Gracie
as Desirae
as Trudy Parker-Proud (voice)
as Stephanie
as Julia Beltran
as Roberta Young
as Ann
as Paula King
as Claudette
as Melodie
as Val Brentwood, Gal Spy
as Adina
as Lisa
as Jamilia
as Drunk Party Girl
as Sissy Johnson (segment "Boys Do Get Bruised")
as Joi
as Mia
as Tang (segment 'Tang')
as Billie Holiday
as Jill