Jamila Mustafa, an international award-winning broadcast journalist, host, and actress, first captivated audiences as the host of Fox Philadelphia’s ‘Philadelphia Eagles Kids Club’ at age 13. Her early career also saw her win Miss Teen Essence in 2011, securing a scholarship to Delaware State University, where she earned a degree in Mass Communication in 2015. During her collegiate career, she distinguished herself by making the Dean’s List and being crowned Miss Middletown and Miss Delaware State University, while also gaining valuable production experience. Following her graduation, Mustafa steadily built her presence in television and media, commencing with a role on a local Comcast broadcast and conducting interviews for ESPN at the 2016 Entertainer’s Basketball Classic.
Mustafa’s extensive interview portfolio includes political figures like Congresswoman Maxine Waters, alongside an array of entertainment icons such as Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson, Jamie Lee Curtis, Issa Rae, Mark Wahlberg, Kevin Hart, and Anthony Hopkins. Her profound contributions and influence have garnered significant recognition, including four Resolutions from Delaware City Council presidents and a letter of recognition from former U.S. Vice President Joe Biden. Further cementing her status, she was named one of the Most Influential People of African Descent Under 40 by the United Nations, highlighting her impact as a valuable voice for brands connecting with millennial audiences.