Africa Miranda is an American actress, singer, producer, author and model of Cape Verdean descent.[1] She is best known for many beauty culture-related television programs and social media programs such as "Facebook Watch" and "#TravelFly Solo Weekend".[2][3]
Africa Miranda | |
|---|---|
| Born | Africa Miranda Boston, USA |
| Nationality | American Cape Verdean |
| Occupation(s) | Actress, singer, producer, author, model |
| Years active | 2004–present |
| Height | 165 cm (5 ft 5 in) |
| Website | https://beautybyafricamiranda.com |
Personal life edit
Africa Miranda was born in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. She later grew up in Montgomery, Alabama.[4]
Career edit
In 2004, she made film debut with the short film All the Women I've Loved by playing the role "India Piahno". In 2012, she made the television debut with the serial The Game and played the role "Denise". In the same year, she acted in the feature film What to Expect When You're Expecting, where she made the role "Adina".
In early 2015, she used the live-streaming app "Periscope" to shared beauty tips on the "do’s and don’ts" of booking auditions. This program later received large fan following and she became a Finalist in Periscoper of the Year at the 8th Annual Shorty Awards.[5] Then in November 2016, she launched her own skincare line "Beauty by African Miranda".[6][7]
She joined with the Bravo TV's reality television series The New Atlanta, which made her turning point in the career.[6] After the show, she was named as the first ever Brand Ambassador for international hair care company called "Creme of Nature". She appeared as the model of Argan Oil from Morocco campaign. She is also the co-creator of the live concept show 'The Lipstick Junkies' and 'The Hairnista Chronicles'.[8]
In 2018, Facebook contacted Miranda to create a weekly lifestyle show for "Facebook Watch". In 2019, she released the book Step Up, Step Out, And Shine.[9] Meanwhile, she made collaborative work with Parlour Magazine for many beauty culture works. In June 2019, she worked as the co-host of "#TravelFly Solo Weekend" in Morocco for Parlour Magazine. Then in August 2019, she was invited as a featured guest for "WanderRoam" in Thailand.[6]
Filmography edit
| Year | Film | Role | Genre | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | All the Women I've Loved | India Piahno | Short film | |
| 2006 | Nate Washington | Angel | Short film | |
| 2012 | The Game | Denise | TV series | |
| 2012 | What to Expect When You're Expecting | Adina | Film | |
| 2015 | Make Time 4 Love | Sierra McIntosh, producer | TV series | |
| 2022 | Archive 81 | Mrs. Turner | TV series | |
| TBD | First Kill | Reporter 1 | TV series |
References edit
- ^ "Africa Miranda". OKAYAFRICA's 100 WOMEN. Retrieved 31 October 2021.
- ^ "135 Africa Miranda". Behind the Brilliance. 10 August 2017. Retrieved 31 October 2021.
- ^ "Africa Miranda: Your Joyologist". Retrieved 31 October 2021.
- ^ "Former Atlanta reality star helps fans find power, transform their lives". ajc. Retrieved 31 October 2021.
- ^ "Africa Miranda - The Shorty Awards". shortyawards.com. Retrieved 31 October 2021.
- ^ a b c Rae, Nisha. "7 Dope Black, Female Fitness Gurus To Follow On YouTube". 21Ninety. Retrieved 31 October 2021.
- ^ "Black Styleblazers Series: Africa Miranda Is Changing The Beauty Game, One Product At A Time". HelloBeautiful. 8 February 2021. Retrieved 31 October 2021.
- ^ "Africa Miranda". Bravo TV Official Site. 11 July 2013. Retrieved 31 October 2021.
- ^ Martyn, Lou (13 October 2018). "Step Up, Step Out, and Shine: Africa Miranda's Message of Manifesting the Best You". Sheen Magazine. Retrieved 31 October 2021.