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Born | Lauren Nicole London December 5, 1984 |
Occupation(s) | Actress, model |
Years active | 2002–present |
Lauren Nicole London (born December 5, 1984) is an American film and television actress, model, and occasional music video actress. Beginning her career in music videos and later transitioning into film and television, London earned recognition for her performances in the film ATL as well as the television shows 90210 and Entourage. Along with her acting career, London is also a spokesmodel for the Sean John women's collection.
Early life
London was born in Los Angeles, California to an African American mother and a Jewish father.[1] After attending Palisades High School, Lauren was home schooled, giving her time to audition for films, music videos and commercials.
Career
London had made appearances in music videos by artists such as Tyrese, Ludacris, Pharrell, and Snoop Dogg.[2] Her breakout year came in 2006, where she made her television debut in the "Everybody Hates Funerals" episode of the sitcom Everybody Hates Chris.[2] That same year, London landed her first film role as well, playing hip hop artist T.I.'s romantic lead in the film ATL. For her work, London was nominated for Best Supporting Actress at the year's Black Movie Awards.[3] In 2007, London landed a role on the HBO comedy series Entourage, playing the character Turtle's (Jerry Ferrara) love interest.[4] Later, based on her performance in ATL, London was given her role in 2007's This Christmas without having to audition.[2] London, along with pop/R&B singers Cassie and Asia Nitollano, became one of the spokesmodels for the Sean John women's collection in 2007 as well.[5] In 2008, London landed the role of the character Christina in the first season of the show 90210.[6] Originally thought to be a possible romantic interest of Tristan Wilds' character Dixon Wilson.London's next film role was the character Ivy in the 2009 release Next Day Air.[7][8] The same year, she played the character Cammy Alcott in the Chris Columbus film I Love You Beth Cooper.[9] London has appeared on the cover of such magazines as Jewel and King as well.[10][11]
London is returning to films since the birth of her son. She will appear in Tyler Perry's new movie Madea's Big Happy Family, which is scheduled to be released on April 22, 2011. She will play Renee, Bow Wow's girlfriend as been reported.
Personal life
On September 9, 2009, Lauren gave birth to her first baby boy named Samuel Lennox Ari, son of rapper Lil Wayne.
Filmography
Year | Title | Role |
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2006 | ATL | Erin "New New" Garnett |
2007 | This Christmas | Melanie 'Mel' Whitfield |
2009 | I Love You, Beth Cooper | Cameron "Cammy" Alcott |
2009 | Next Day Air | Ivy |
2009 | Good Hair | herself |
2011 | Madea's Big Happy Family | Renee |
Television appearances
In her acting career, London has performed in relatively small roles in episodes for a number of television shows. This list includes appearances in various episodes of shows, while excluding appearances as herself on talk shows, interview shows, ceremonies, and the like.
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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2006 | Everybody Hates Chris | Monay | 1 episode |
2007 | Entourage | Kelly | 2 episodes |
2008–2009 | 90210 | Christina Worthy
BlingestBash 2 (MTV) |
3 episodes |
2009 | Keeping Up with the Kardashians | Herself | 1 episode |
Music videos
Year | Title | Artist |
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2002 | "From tha Chuuuch to da Palace" | Snoop Dogg feat. Pharrell |
"Frontin" | Pharrell | |
"Signs of Love Makin'" | Tyrese | |
2003 | "Stand Up" | Ludacris feat. Shawnna |
2004 | "Drop It Like It's Hot" | Snoop Dogg feat. Pharrell |
2006 | "That Girl" | Pharrell feat. Charlie Wilson and Snoop Dogg |
2006 | "What You Know" | T.I. |
2007 | "Drivin' Me Wild" | Common feat. Lily Allen |
2008 | "Miss Independent" | Ne-Yo |
Awards and nominations
Year | Organization | Award | Film | Result |
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2006 | Black Movie Awards | Outstanding Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role | ATL | Nominated |
References
- ^ Scott, Damien (2009). "Lauren London". Complex Magazine. Retrieved 2009-05-05.
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(help) - ^ a b c "Lauren London - Biography". Internet Movie Database. Retrieved 2009-03-28.
- ^ "IMDb: Black Movie Awards: 2006". Internet Movie Database. Retrieved 2009-03-28.
- ^ "September 2006 : blackfilm : LAUREN LONDON news". BlackFilm.com. Retrieved 2009-03-28.
- ^ ">> LAUREN LONDON & CASSIE FOR SEAN JOHN // 'CONCRETELOOP.COM' - QUALITY NOT QUANTITY". ConcreteLoop.com. Retrieved 2009-03-28.
- ^ "YBF Exclusive: Lauren London Heads To "90210"". The Young, Black, and Fabulous. Retrieved 2009-03-28. [dead link]
- ^ "See 'Next Day Air' Trailer With Donald Faison And Lauren London - Black Voices Blogs". BlackVoices.com. Retrieved 2009-03-28.
- ^ "Lauren London". Internet Movie Database. Retrieved 2009-03-28.
- ^ "I Love You, Beth Cooper (2009)". Internet Movie Database. Retrieved 2009-03-28.
- ^ "Brown Sista >> Lauren London Jewel Magazine Photo Shoot". BrownSista.com. Retrieved 2009-03-31.
- ^ "Lauren London covers King mag". ConcreteLoop.com. Retrieved 2009-03-31.
External links
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