Denyce Lawton

Denyce Lawton achieved significant recognition for her recurring role as Dana Carter on the NAACP Best Comedy Series Winner ‘Tyler Perry’s House of Payne’ from 2008 to 2009. Prior to this breakthrough, Lawton built a robust foundation across the entertainment industry, beginning as a background dancer for Broadway and music artists. She served in key corporate roles as Assistant Vice President of Urban Promotions at Warner Brother Records and A&R VP at Priority Records in New York City, in addition to roles at Murder Inc. Records and 20th Century Fox Pictures.

Lawton further expanded her production portfolio, taking producer roles for ‘Judge Amos’ (2015), ‘Secrets’ (2017), and ‘Me, Myself, & Them’ (2018), showcasing her growing influence behind the camera. Lawton solidified her presence on television with a guest role as Maya Williams in ‘Chicago P.D.’ (2019) and a recurring role as Sheila Willis in ‘The Hot Zone’ (2021). She also lent her voice to the video game ‘Saints Row’ (2022) as MJ/Santo Ileso Pedestrians, demonstrating her range across mediums. Her consistent work as an actress, combined with extensive producing credits, highlights her commitment to diverse storytelling and creative development within the industry.

Looking ahead, Lawton is set to make a significant impact as both an Executive Producer and Writer for the upcoming project ‘Renee’ (2025). This dual role underscores her evolution into a true multi-hyphenate talent, shaping narratives from conception to screen. Her continuous pursuit of challenging roles and behind-the-scenes opportunities reinforces her status as a versatile and dynamic professional in entertainment, consistently delivering compelling work across acting, producing, and writing.