Age: 55
female
Regina Rene King (born January 15, 1971) is an American actress, director and producer. She has received various accolades, including an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and four Primetime Emmy Awards. In 2019, Time magazine named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world. King first gained attention for starring in the television sitcom 227 (1985–1990). Her subsequent roles included the film Friday (1995), the animated series The Boondocks (2005–2014), and the crime television series Southland (2009–2013). She received four Primetime Emmy Awards for her performances in the ABC anthology series American Crime (2015–2017), the Netflix miniseries Seven Seconds, and the HBO limited series Watchmen (2019). Her other television roles include the drama series The Leftovers (2015–2017) and the sitcom The Big Bang Theory (2013–2019). She has also played supporting roles in the drama films Boyz n the Hood (1991), Poetic Justice (1993), How Stella Got Her Groove Back (1998), and Ray (2004), as well as in the comedies Down to Earth (2001), Legally Blonde 2: Red, White & Blonde (2003), A Cinderella Story (2004), and Miss Congeniality 2: Armed & Fabulous (2005). She earned critical acclaim, as well as the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, for her role in If Beale Street Could Talk (2018). She then starred in the western The Harder They Fall (2021) and played the title role in the biopic Shirley (2024). King has directed episodes for several television shows, including Scandal in 2015 and 2016 and This Is Us in 2017. She has also directed the music video for the 2010 song "Finding My Way Back" by Jaheim. King's feature film directorial debut came with the drama One Night in Miami... (2020), which earned her a nomination for the Golden Globe Award for Best Director. Description above from the Wikipedia article Regina King, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Regina King
Zelma Bullock
for Zelma Bullock in Simply the Best: The Tina Turner Story
Suggested by jimmyvillareal
The film opens with a young Anna Mae Bullock dreaming of a life beyond the cotton fields of Tennessee, where she finds solace and inspiration in the vibrant rhythms of gospel music. Through a series of serendipitous events, she encounters Ike Turner, a charismatic musician who recognizes her incredible voice and potential. Under Ike's tutelage, Anna Mae transforms into Tina Turner, and together they skyrocket to fame with hits like "Proud Mary" and "River Deep, Mountain High." However, behind the glittering facade of stardom lies a dark reality of abuse and manipulation. Tina endures years of torment at the hands of Ike, culminating in her decision to break free and rebuild her life from scratch. With unparalleled resilience and determination, she embarks on a solo career, facing skepticism and prejudice in a male-dominated industry. As Tina's star continues to rise, she captivates audiences worldwide with her electrifying performances and distinctive voice, earning her the title of the "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll." Alongside her professional triumphs, the film explores Tina's personal journey of self-discovery and empowerment, as she finds love, strength, and ultimately, redemption. Through electrifying musical sequences and intimate character moments, "Simply the Best" celebrates Tina Turner's enduring legacy as a pioneer, survivor, and icon. It's a testament to the transformative power of music and the unbreakable human spirit.
