| 1. Grew up in Long Island, New York. |
| 2. After her parents' divorce, she was raised by her mother along with three of her siblings, while two siblings were adopted. |
| 3. Worked at a movie theatre during her teenage years to support her mother, treating her with free movie tickets and snacks. |
| 4. Started her modeling career in 2000, appearing in commercials for brands like Hewlett-Packard and Liz Claiborne. |
| 5. Nominated for an NAACP Image Award for Best Actress in a Daytime Drama Series in 2008 for One Life to Live. |
| 6. Engaged to Nicholas James, her co-star from The Haves and the Have Nots, announced in January 2017. |
| 7. Featured on the cover of Brides magazine with her husband. |
| 8. An avid dog lover and pet owner. |
| 9. Enjoys reading books and adventure sports during her leisure time. |
| 10. Was the first African-American cheerleader at her high school, Longwood Senior High School. |
| 11. Served as class president for three years in high school. |
| 12. Was the first African-American cheerleader at Longwood Senior High School. |
| 13. Worked as a waitress before landing her breakthrough role on One Life to Live. |
| 14. Appeared in Jason Derülo's music video for "It Girl". |
| 15. Also works as a producer on film and television projects. |
| 16. Launched the Adventures of Curiosity Cove podcast for children, inspired by her daughter's creative imagination. |
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