Tracie Thoms

Tracie Thoms is an accomplished actress known for her diverse work in film, television, and theatre, including notable roles in ‘Rent,’ ‘The Devil Wears Prada,’ and ‘9-1-1’. After earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Howard University in 1997 and a graduate degree in acting from The Juilliard School in 2001 as a member of Group 30, Tracie Thoms launched her distinguished career on stage, making her Broadway debut in Regina Taylor’s ‘Drowning Crow’ in 2004. Her career quickly gained significant momentum when she was cast as Joanne Jefferson in the critically acclaimed 2005 film adaptation of the Broadway musical ‘Rent’, a pivotal role that introduced her to a wider audience. This breakthrough was swiftly followed by her appearance as Lily in the 2006 hit film ‘The Devil Wears Prada’, where she starred alongside Anne Hathaway and Meryl Streep.

With a career marked by versatility across film, television, and theatre, Tracie Thoms consistently delivers compelling performances in high-profile projects, making her a highly sought-after talent in the entertainment industry.