Emery Lavell J

Emery Lavell Johnson was born on October 2, 1991, in Chicago, Illinois, USA. He embarked on his acting career with guest appearances in notable television series. His early work includes roles in the musical drama television series “Empire” and the American police procedural drama “Chicago P.D.” in 2015. These roles provided an initial platform for his talents and led to further opportunities within the television industry.

His career advanced significantly through his involvement with Brtb TV, an underground ballroom network. For Brtb TV, Emery Lavell J starred in “Triangle,” a web-series that ran from 2014 to 2019, and “Dark Horse,” a television series from 2016 to 2018. During this period, he also contributed as a writer for two episodes of “Dark Horse” in 2016, showcasing his abilities beyond acting. In 2018, he made a guest appearance in an episode of “Pose,” a drama set within New York City’s ballroom culture. Beyond his television work, Emery Lavell J gained recognition for his collaboration with celebrity photographer Mike Ruiz on the New York City “Kiss & Tell” campaign for GMHC, emphasizing his reach into campaigns focused on social issues.

In addition to his acting and writing, Emery Lavell J has engaged in hosting, production, and modeling. He hosted the bi-weekly podcast “Hard to Swallow,” which discussed social consciousness, Black LGBTQ+ issues, sex, and dating. His upcoming roles include “Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story,” anticipated for 2025, and an appearance in the 2017 TV series “Two Grown.” These varied projects demonstrate his extensive involvement in both creative and social endeavors, building a diverse portfolio of work.