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 Elise Neal in Hustle & Flow.
Birth Date: March 14, 1966
Birth Place: Memphis, Tennessee, USA
Elise Neal has demonstrated her incredible range with various roles in both feature films and television series. Also proving her performing talents through her cabaret show that she created, Neal is one of Hollywood's rising young talents.
Neal currently stars in the UPN comedy series “All of Us.” The show is executive produced by Will Smith and Jada Pinket Smith and is loosely based on their life. Neal portrays Jada's character in the show, Tia Jewel. “All of Us” just completed its second season.
Neal will next be seen in the independent film “Playa's Ball” opposite Allen Payne and in the film “Sacred” opposite Nas where Neal also performs a song for the soundtrack. Neal is most recognized for her role of Yvonne Hughley in the television series “The Hughleys,” which garnered her two NAACP Awards nominations.
Neal's film debut was her starring role in John Singleton's “Rosewood,” where she played Scrappie, Ving Rhames' love interest. Her film credits also include “Scream 2” as Neve Campbell's college roommate and target of a copycat killer, as well as “Paid in Full,” “Money Talks,” “Mission to Mars,” and “Restaurant,” opposite Adrien Brody.
Originally from Memphis, Tennessee, Neal moved to New York to pursue her dreams of performing on stage and choreographing musicals. She landed multiple roles in musical theater and found herself traveling the world with various touring companies. Her experience in musical theater allowed her to easily transition into commercials, eventually bringing her to Los Angeles. Once in Los Angeles, Neal quickly landed the role of Janice Sinclair on the ABC soap opera “Loving.” Shortly after, she made the leap to primetime on “Seaquest,” executive produced by Steven Spielberg.
Recently, Neal has revisited her musical theater roots by producing a cabaret show entitled “Godiva: Assorted Flavors.” The show boasts a cast of five women who showcase their singing, dancing and acting skills. Other members include Tammy Townsend, Chelsi Smith, Christal Garrick and Jennifer Johnson.
Neal currently resides in Los Angeles.
Elise Neal Filmography
The Slap (2011) Gloria
N-Secure (2010) Leslie
Love Ranch (2010) Alana
Preaching to the Pastor (2009) Monica
Who's Deal? (2008) Passion
Hustle & Flow (2005) Yevette
Paid in Full (2002) Aunt Jane
The Rising Place (2002) Wilma Watson
Mission to Mars (2000) Debra Graham
Restaurant (2000) Jeannine
Wing Commander (1999)
How to Be A Player (1997) Nadine
Money Talks (1997) Paula
Rosewood (1997) Scrappie
Scream 2 (1997) Hallie
Sacred Is the Flesh Gabi Paige
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