Biography

Jwaundace started acting in stage plays in middle school. She leaned toward characters that were edgy, different and physical. She craved to portray characters outside of the "normal" type being that she was did not grow up in a normal environment. Abandoned by her divorced parents at a young age, she was raised by the streets and her grandparents. She started driving at the age of 10. She grew up surrounded by older cousins and neighborhood friends, mostly boys. When they fought, she would fight along with them. When they played football and basketball, she played. When they drove, she drove. She self taught herself how to drive at the age of 10 using her neighbors' cars and riding with them, driving anything on wheels --- cars, trucks, motorcycles, ATVs, anything motorized. It became natural to her which reflects in her acting and stunt career.

CAREER

Jwaundace Candece, widely recognized as JC in the entertainment world, has left a permanent mark as a distinguished Action Actress in Hollywood. With a versatile career encompassing over 200 Film and Television productions, she has continually dazzled audiences as an actor, stunt performer, and stunt double. Her extraordinary skills have graced the screen alongside Hollywood's elite, including Viola Davis, Queen Latifah, Oprah Winfrey, Pam Grier, and more, establishing her as a powerhouse in the industry.

JC's acting repertoire is diverse, featuring notable movies such as "Paradise Highway" alongside Morgan Freeman, "Spiderman: No Way Home," Disney's "Loki," Netflix's "Naked," and the acclaimed "Let's Be Cops." Her talents extend beyond acting, earning her multiple nominations for a SAG Award in the stunt category. Notably, her debut role as the Stunt Double for Queen Latifah in "Bringing Down the House" earned them both a nomination for an MTV Movie Award in the "Best Fight" category, solidifying her presence in the cinematic realm.

SCHOLAR

Prior to embarking on her acting career, JC prioritized education, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Theater Arts ... and a Master's in Counseling Psychology, aligning with her family's aspirations. Following her educational accomplishments, she ventured into Hollywood, kick starting her journey as an actress. Notably, she began her career in the wrestling world as Delta Lotta Pain, a member of the iconic tag team, Caged Heat, achieving the prestigious title of WOW's (Women of Wrestling) 1st Tag Team Champions. This early success set the stage for her paramount career.

VISIONARY

JC's commitment to making an impact in the entertainment industry goes beyond acting. She is the visionary creator of StuntPOC, a pioneering database website listing Stunt Performers of Color. This groundbreaking initiative has revolutionized the stunt community, bridged the gap and connected talented and qualified ethnic stunt performers and coordinators across the United States and Canada. JC's relentless dedication and influence continue to shape the entertainment industry, establishing her as a formidable force to be reckoned with.
- IMDb mini biography by: Evette Fergerson