Karen Malina White

Karen Malina White

60 · Born: Jul 7, 1965

Personal Details

BornJul 7, 1965 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

Biography

Karen Malina White, a talented actress and producer, made her grand entrance into the world on July 7, 1965, in the vibrant city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. Born and raised in this iconic East Coast metropolis, she would go on to make a lasting impact on the entertainment industry with her remarkable performances in a wide range of films and television shows.

Some of her most notable roles include the critically acclaimed drama Lean on Me (1989),where she showcased her impressive acting chops alongside Morgan Freeman and Robert Guillaume. More recently, she has appeared in the 2022 sci-fi horror film Monsters, alongside a talented ensemble cast. Fans of 90s television may also recognize her from her starring role in the popular sitcom Malcolm & Eddie (1996),where she brought her signature wit and charm to the small screen.

Throughout her illustrious career, Karen Malina White has consistently demonstrated her versatility and range as an actress, effortlessly transitioning between dramatic and comedic roles with ease. Her dedication to her craft and her ability to bring complex characters to life have endeared her to audiences and earned her a reputation as one of the most talented and respected actresses in the industry today.

Career

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2023
Big Boss
Big Boss as Therapist
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2022
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{"id":198819,"title":"'Tis the Season to be Merry","year":"2021","character":"Sonia Hendricks","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/tis-the-season-to-be-merry-2021","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/305enln5cu0g.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/305enln5cu0g.jpg"},"released":1}
2021
{"id":195366,"title":"Love, for Real","year":"2021","character":"Marie","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/love-for-real","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_195366.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_195366.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":103832331,"title":"Lodge 49","year":2019,"character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/show\/lodge-49","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/5bucfb14g830.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/5bucfb14g830.jpg"},"released":1}
2019
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2017
Conflict of Interest
Conflict of Interest as Gabriele's Mother
{"id":100918,"title":"Silent Cry Aloud","year":"2016","character":"Dina","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/silent-cry-aloud","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_100918.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_100918.jpg"},"released":1}
2016
{"id":2857,"title":"I Didn't Do It","year":2015,"character":"Betty LeBow","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/show\/i-didnt-do-it","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_2857.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_2857.jpg"},"released":1}
2015
I Didn't Do It
I Didn't Do It as Betty LeBow
{"id":50206,"title":"The Proud Family Movie","year":"2005","character":"Dijonay Jones (voice)","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/the-proud-family-movie","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_50206.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_50206.jpg"},"released":1}
2005
The Proud Family Movie
The Proud Family Movie as Dijonay Jones (voice)
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2002
The Proud Family
The Proud Family as Dijonay Jones (voice)
{"id":8262,"title":"Malcolm & Eddie","year":1999,"character":"Nicolette Vandross","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/show\/malcolm-eddie","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_8262.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_8262.jpg"},"released":1}
1999
Malcolm & Eddie
Malcolm & Eddie as Nicolette Vandross
{"id":11079,"title":"Getting By","year":1993,"character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/show\/getting-by","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_11079.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_11079.jpg"},"released":1}
1993
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1992
A Different World
A Different World as Charmaine Brown
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1990
The Cosby Show
The Cosby Show as Charmaine Brown
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1989
Lean on Me
Lean on Me as Kaneesha Carter