LisaRaye McCoy (born September 23, 1967[1]), commonly known as LisaRaye, is an American actress and fashion designer.
Biography
Early life
McCoy was born in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of a businessman and professional model. She is the half sister of rapper Da Brat.[1][2]McCoy attended Eastern Illinois University before pursing a career in show business.[3]
Career
Before acting, McCoy began her career as a model doing fashion shows in churches and high schools in her native Chicago. She made her acting debut as the lead in Reasons, an independent film directed by Monty Ross. She also had the lead role in the film The Players Club, directed and written by Ice Cube.[1]; and has film credits in The Wood, opposite Omar Epps, as well as Love the Way, Rhapsody, All About You, and Go for Broke. In 2003, McCoy starred as Neesee James in the CW sitcom All of Us. She played Robert Sr.'s (Duane Martin) self-absorbed ex-wife and the mother of their 6-year-old son, Bobby, Jr. The series ended in 2007.[4]
In 2005, she launched two fashion lines: Luxe & Romance, a lingerie line that was introduced during New York's Fashion Week, and Xraye, a jeans line for women.[5]
In addition to acting, McCoy has also appeared in several music videos including Tupac Shakur's last video, "Toss It Up", Sisqó's "Incomplete", and Ludacris' "Number 1 Spot." McCoy also recorded the single "Would You?" with rapper Benzino.[1][6]
Personal life
McCoy has one daughter, Kai, from her first marriage. On April 8, 2006, she married Michael Misick, the premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands. [2]
In April 2008, McCoy's husband, Premier Michael Misick, was accused of raping an American woman, reportedly a friend of LisaRaye's, after a party on the island of Providenciales. This is currently being investigated by the FBI.[7]
In August 2008, Premier Misick released a statement announcing that he and McCoy have separated.[8]
Filmography
| Year |
Title |
Role |
Other notes |
| 1996 |
Reasons |
|
Credited as Lisa Ray McCoy |
| 1997 |
In the House |
Delivery Woman |
TV, 2 episodes, credited as Lisa Raye |
| 1998 |
The Parent 'Hood |
|
TV, 1 episode, credited as Lisa Raye |
| The Players Club |
Diana Armstrong/Diamond |
|
| 1999 |
The Wood |
Lisa |
Credited as Lisaraye |
| 2000 |
The Cheapest Movie Ever Made |
|
|
| Rhapsody |
Victoria |
Television movie |
| 2001 |
Date from Hell |
|
|
| All About You |
Lisa |
|
| 2002 |
Civil Brand |
Frances Shepard |
|
| Go for Broke |
Belinda/Star |
|
| 2003 |
Love Chronicles |
Marie Toursaant |
|
| Gang of Roses |
Marie |
|
| 2003-2007 |
All of Us |
Neesee James |
TV, 51 episodes |
| 2004 |
Super Spy |
|
|
| 2005 |
Beauty Shop |
Rochelle |
Credited as Lisaraye McCoy |
| Envy |
|
|
| The Proud Family Movie |
Choreographer (Voice) |
Credited as LisaRaye McCoy |
| 2008 |
The Black Man's Guide to Understanding Black Women |
Candice |
In production |
| 2009 |
Contradictions of the Heart |
Kiki |
|
Award nominations
| Year |
Award |
Result |
Category |
Series |
| 2007 |
NAACP Image Awards |
Nominated |
Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series |
All of Us |
References
External links
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