Tonya Renee Banks

Tonya Renee Banks has established a career in the entertainment industry spanning over 30 years, working as an actress in both television and film. She has gained wider recognition for her participation in the Lifetime docu-series “Little Women: LA,” which provided audiences a view into her personal and professional life as a little person in Hollywood. Banks has made significant contributions to various productions, including her acting roles in the films “Death to Smoochy” (2002) as Rhinette and Krinkle Kid #4, and later as a stunt performer in “Bad Santa” (2003). Her television appearances include playing Mrs. Johnson in “Martin” (1994) and guest roles in shows like “The Hughleys” (1999-2000) and “Ally McBeal” (1999).

Notably, Banks achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first little person female lead in “The Internship Games” (2015), showcasing her versatility as an actress. Her career also includes recent acting credits in “It’s Gawd!” (2017), “Genius” (2021) as Sammie Bryant, and “Hacks” (2024) as a Dancing Elf 5. Beyond acting, Tonya Renee Banks is also an entrepreneur. She is the founder and CEO of her own production company, One Bossey Productions LLC. In 2017, she was awarded the MCPA Award for Most Diverse TV Moment, recognizing the impact and significance of “Little Women LA” on Lifetime Network. She has also expanded into business with her athletic clothing line, Boss Body, and her high-end red wine blend, L’Tonya Renee, demonstrating her diverse professional pursuits. Her upcoming projects include serving as executive producer for “The Little Reunion” (2025) and the TV series “Little Hollywood.”