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Lynn Whitfield (née Smith; born February 15, 1953) is an American actress. She began her acting career in television and theatre before progressing to supporting roles in film.
Lynn Whitfield is an American actress and producer of African American and Native American descent. She has starred in films such as The Josephine Baker Story, Eve's Bayou, and Madea's Family Reunion, and TV shows such as Greenleaf and The Wedding.
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Lynn Whitfield is an American actress of African American and Native American descent, known for her roles in films and TV shows such as The Josephine Baker Story, Eve's Bayou, and Greenleaf. She was born in 1953 in Louisiana, married playwright Vantile Whitfield and director Brian Gibson, and has a daughter named Grace.
- February 15, 1953
716K Followers, 1,239 Following, 327 Posts - Lynn Whitfield (@mslynnwhitfield) on Instagram: "Actress • Creative • Mother of @TheGraceGibson".
Lynn Whitfield is an American actress who has won an Emmy and seven NAACP Image Awards. She is known for her roles in The Josephine Baker Story, Stepmom, Greenleaf, and more.
May 14, 2018 · Lynn Whitfield 1954 – Actress. Southern Upbringing. Acted on NY Stage — West Coast. Josephine Baker Biography. Scarce Roles for Black Actresses. Sources. Lynn Whitfield has enjoyed a busy career in film, television, and theatre.
Feb 21, 2023 · Lynn Whitfield, who just turned 70, is a sometimes overlooked trailblazer for Black women in the industry. One that has seven NAACP Awards, an Emmy and a Golden Globe nomination. And a career that spans half a century. Whitfield is a true Louisianian.
