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Taryn Manning is an accomplished American actress, singer, and songwriter known for her versatile performances in film and television, and her musical contributions as a solo artist and part of the electronic duo Boomkat. She effectively uses her platform to connect with diverse audiences through various entertainment mediums.
Taryn Manning co-owns a clothing line called Born Uniqorn with her best friend Tara Jane, active from 2005 to 2009. The brand reflected her interests in fashion and entrepreneurship.
Taryn Manning has appeared in advertising campaigns for the fashion brand Juicy Couture.
Taryn Manning featured in a campaign for Frankie B, which included a short film titled "Let's Get Lost." She also provided vocals for the original song in the video by musician Gilby Clarke.
In 2002, Taryn Manning sang a rendition of "I'll Take You There" with Tweet in several Gap commercials directed by Peter Lindbergh, showcasing her musical talent in advertising.
Taryn Manning was born on November 6, 1978, in Falls Church, Virginia. Raised by her mother in Tucson, Arizona, after her parents’ separation, Manning was involved in dance, karate, and acting from a young age. Her family relocated to California when she was 12. She began her acting career in the late 1990s with small roles in television productions such as “The Practice,” “Get Real,” and “NYPD Blue.” Her film debut was in “Crazy/Beautiful” (2001), followed by notable roles in “Crossroads” (2002), “8 Mile” (2002), “White Oleander” (2002), and “Cold Mountain” (2003).
Manning’s breakthrough came with her role as Nola, a prostitute, in the 2005 film “Hustle & Flow,” a performance that earned her a nomination from the Washington D.C. Area Film Critics Association Awards for Best Breakthrough Performance. The film also received a SAG award nomination for Outstanding Performance by a Cast. She continued to build her filmography with roles in independent films and television series, including “Sons of Anarchy” (2008–2010), “Hawaii Five-0” (2010–2019), and her most recognized role as Tiffany “Pennsatucky” Doggett in the Netflix original series “Orange Is the New Black” (2013–2019).
In addition to her acting career, Manning is a singer and songwriter. She co-founded the electronic duo Boomkat with her brother Kellin in 2003, with their debut album “Boomkatalog.One” featuring singles that topped the Hot Dance Music/Club Play chart. She later embarked on a solo music career, releasing singles such as “Turn It Up” (2011) and “Send Me Your Love” (2012), both of which charted on Billboard’s Dance Club Songs. She also co-owns the clothing brand “Born Uniqorn.”
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