Acting

Andrea-Rachel Parker

Andrea-Rachel Parker is a talented American actress and choreographer who has made a mark in the entertainment industry with her compelling performances. She gained widespread recognition for her role as "Bernice" in the acclaimed HBO series The Deuce (2017) and as "Destiny" in the STARZ hit series Power (2014), which received an Image Award nomination. In 2016, her performance in the film UGLY earned her the prestigious SOFIE Award for Best Supporting Actress. The previous year, she showcased her talent in the lead role for 72 HOURS: A BROOKLYN LOVE STORY.

Parker's television repertoire also includes the TIDAL digital series After Hours (2017), featuring Tristan "Mack" Wilds, and the impactful series Transgender Bridge (2015). On stage, she captivated audiences in the Off-Broadway production of Children of Killers, penned by Olivier Award-winning playwright Katori Hall. A winner of the Manhattan Monologue Slam and recognized as the "Audience Favorite" at the Independent Film New York (IFNY) monologue competition, she has become a muse for many renowned artists.

A graduate of the Brooklyn High School of the Arts, Parker excelled in a fast-track program that allowed her to graduate early. Before her acting career took off, she performed with notable artists such as Jennifer Hudson and Luke James. Beyond her artistic pursuits, she is a passionate advocate for autism awareness, health, and animal rights. She founded TF?!*, a hub that supports individuals with disabilities, in honor of her late brother, Chaz Antwan Williams, who was on the autism spectrum. Andrea-Rachel is also a practicing vegan, and she holds two invention patents currently in development. In her personal life, she rekindled her romance with childhood sweetheart and rapper Waka Flocka Flame, marrying him in a re-commitment ceremony in 2022.

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