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Lynn Whitfield brings her on-screen diva persona to ‘The Chi'

Lynn Whitfield, known for her diva and no-nonsense characters, has joined the hit Showtime drama “The Chi.” The 71-year-old Emmy winner, who’s starred in “The Josephine Baker Story” and as Brandi Webb ...
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Lynn Whitfield’s Acting Résumé Is Full Of Strong, Complex Women

One thing about Lynn Whitfield: she’s not new to this; she’s true to this. The 72-year-old Hollywood veteran may have just joined the latest seasons of Lena Waithe’s ever-expanding South Side of ...
The Advocate

TV Notes: Louisiana's Lynn Whitfield returns to 'The Chi,' a 'The Voice' reunion and more

A familiar face is back on the currently airing Season 6 of the Showtime drama "The Chi" at 8 p.m. Sundays. The series also streams on Paramount+ with Showtime. Baton Rouge native Lynn Whitfield (The ...
The Advocate

Louisiana actress Lynn Whitfield on new film 'Albany Road': 'The work is impactful.'

In 1991, Louisiana native Lynn Whitfield took home an Emmy for her portrayal of French dancer, singer and actress Josephine Baker in the HBO miniseries "The Josephine Baker Story." "Well, you know ...
St. Louis American

This work [acting] for me is service work – Lynn Whitfield, 2024 ULSTL Salute to Women

Lynn Whitfield, a 2024 ULSTL Salute to Women Lifetime Achievement honoree, served Hollywood glam, spoke about service, saluted St. Louis icons Josephine Baker, Maya Angelou and celebrated the power of ...