Candace Smith

Candace Smith is an actress, producer, and legal professional known for her versatile career in entertainment and law. After winning the Miss Ohio USA 2003 title, Candace Smith relocated to Los Angeles, embarking on a dynamic career in entertainment following a distinguished legal and academic background. A graduate of the University of Dayton with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a minor in Communications, she furthered her education at Northwestern University School of Law. Upon being admitted to the Ohio Supreme Court, Smith practiced commercial real estate in Ohio, showcasing her versatility before transitioning to entertainment.

She has shared her insights as a lifestyle and love expert on Bravo’s ‘The Millionaire Matchmaker,’ WE TV’s ‘Million Dollar Matchmaker,’ E!’s ‘The Platinum Life’ (2017), and the Hallmark Channel’s ‘Home & Family.’ Her producing credits include serving as an Associate Producer on the network show ‘Finding the Funk’ (2013), and taking on both Field Producer and Casting Producer roles for ‘Match Made in Heaven’ (2015). Recent acting credits include appearances in ‘The 6th Degree’ (2020), ‘Tacoma FD’ (2021), and ”Tis the Season to be Merry’ (2021). Candace Smith remains actively involved in the entertainment industry, currently developing a slate of both unscripted and scripted projects, leveraging her multifaceted experience behind the camera. Concurrently, she empowers individuals through her ‘Love By Candace’ brand, offering coaching services in life and love.

Her diverse career path, encompassing legal expertise, dramatic and comedic acting, producing, and television personality roles, underscores her unique position as a versatile and compelling talent.