Biography

Laila is a gifted actress, writer, and entertainer. Born in Atlanta, GA, and raised in Snellville, GA, Laila possesses a BIG personality and infectious spirit.

Her work ethic and talent has garnered the accolades of top directors and producers, including Tasha Smith of BMF, Rebecca Thomas of Everything's Gonna Be Okay and Robert Zemeckis when she played along side Denzel Washington and Don Cheadle in Paramount Picture's, Flight. For four seasons Laila recurred as "Nicole Flenory" of the Starz network episodic, BMF, executive produced by Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson. Laila has guest starred on ABC's episodic Will Trent, joined the star studded cast of Jerry Bruckheimer's family comedy, Secret Headquarters, as well as played the role of "Young Deja" in the BET Holiday Movie, Rolling Into Christmas.

In her earlier days, Laila booked the Haribo candy company commercial, spotlighting her knack for comedy with the timeless line, "That's why they pay you the big bucks!" In the next five years, she remained one of Haribo's top "Kid Executives", going on to shoot several more in Haribo's North American marketing campaign.

In addition to acting, Laila is a graduate of the illustrious Howard University in Washington, DC, and an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Laila is an avid reader, loves singing, theatre, and writing and directing her own original works. Laila is an empathetic supporter and philanthropist for local and global marginalized communities and causes.
- IMDb mini biography by: Reign and Shine Productions, Management