Who is Da'Vine Joy Randolph?

Da'Vine Joy Randolph is an American actress, singer, and songwriter who rose to fame for her role in the biographical comedy-drama film "Dolemite Is My Name" in 2019. Randolph was born on May 21, 1986 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Before pursuing her acting career, Randolph studied at the Yale School of Drama, where she honed her craft and later landed her first Broadway role in the musical "Ghost" in 2012. She also appeared in several Off-Broadway productions such as "The Fortress of Solitude" and "Stupid F**king Bird" before making her big screen debut in "Dolemite Is My Name."

Randolph's breakthrough performance as Lady Reed in "Dolemite Is My Name" earned her critical acclaim, including a nomination for the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture. This led to her being cast in several other notable film and television roles, such as Oda Mae Brown in the Paramount+ adaptation of "Ghost" and Jenny in the comedy-drama series "High Fidelity" on Hulu.

Randolph is also known for her work in commercials, having appeared in several national advertising campaigns for brands like Walmart and Applebee's. She is a versatile performer who can easily switch between comedic and dramatic roles, and continues to be a rising star in the entertainment industry.

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