Lawrence Adisa

Lawrence Adisa (born October 3, 1968) is an American actor, producer, and writer. Adisa is majorly known for Clockers (1995),[1] New York Undercover,[2] and 7th Heaven.

Lawrence B. Adisa
Born (1968-10-03) October 3, 1968
Mount Vernon, New York, US
OccupationActor, television producer, writer
Years active1993–present
Spouse(s)Camille Adisa
ChildrenMazin Adisa
Parent(s)Jean Kirkland

Biography

Adisa[3] has appeared in films and many hit TV shows guest starring with Alan Alda (ER), Dick Van Dyke (Diagnosis Murder), Bill Cosby (Cosby Mysteries), Toni Braxton (Play'd A Hip Hop Story), and Regina King (NY Undercover) just to name a few. After landing a supporting role on the film Clockers directed by Spike Lee, Adisa went on to enjoy a steady career with numerous guest star TV roles. Off camera, he has written and produced feature films. The Warner Brothers released comedy, Grindin (2007) and The Love Section (2013)[4] which appeared on BET and he produced BnB Hell (2017) which he appeared on.[5][6]

Early life

Lawrence B. Adisa was born on October 3, 1968 in Mount Vernon, New York. Studying with the Black Filmmakers Foundation and HB Studios, he built his skills and confidence. His acting career began in 1992, taking roles in off-Broadway productions.

Career

Since 1994 Adisa has worked with a who's who in Hollywood both in front of and behind the camera. In 2016 Adisa launched his new production company, Lawrence Adisa Films, LLC. All present and future projects fall under the Lawrence Adisa Films, LLC umbrella.

Filmography

Actor

Producer
  • 2017 BnB HELL[20] (producer)
  • 2013 The Love Section (producer)
  • 2007 Grindin' (executive producer) / (producer)

Writer
  • 2013 The Love Section
  • 2007 Grindin'

References/Notes and references
  1. Ebert, Roger (September 13, 1995). "Clockers". Clockers – Review.
  2. Guide, TV (February 22, 1996). "New York Undercover Episode 19 Season 2".
  3. "Episode 51 – Lawrence Adisa, Your Three Card Monte Dealer From S3E13". Jimmy James Incorporated. StolenDress Entertainment. November 21, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2019.
  4. Rotten Tomatoes (2012). .
  5. "BNB HELL (2017) FILM REVIEW". horrorgeeklife.com. Justin Corbett. June 22, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2019.
  6. "BnB Hell (3/5)". heavenofhorror.com. Karina "ScreamQueen" Adelgaard. June 22, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2019.
  7. Echi, Priscilla (February 26, 2015). "BW Entertainment Spotlight – Lawrence Adisa". Blackwestchester. Blackwestchester. Retrieved May 27, 2019.
  8. "The Mentalist: Season 1 (2008–2009)". rottentomatoes.com. 2009. Retrieved August 29, 2014.
  9. "ABC's 'NYPD Blue', Tuesday 10/9c". American Broadcasting Company. Archived from the original on January 12, 2008. Retrieved January 21, 2008.
  10. "Diagnosis Murder – Complete 1st Season : DVD Talk Review of the DVD Video". Dvdtalk.com. Retrieved November 23, 2012.
  11. "Diagnosis Murder – The Second Season : DVD Talk Review of the DVD Video". Dvdtalk.com. Retrieved November 23, 2012.
  12. "Nash Bridges (2007–present) Archived June 13, 2017, at the Wayback Machine". CBS.
  13. "TV Ratings > 1990's". ClassicTVHits.com. Archived from the original on October 26, 2009. Retrieved March 21, 2012.
  14. Hill, Libby (March 23, 2015). "10 episodes of perfect imperfection from the great NewsRadio". The A.V. Club. Retrieved September 8, 2018.
  15. Andreeva, Nellie (December 5, 2018). "'New York Undercover' Reboot Eyed By ABC From Dick Wolf & Ben Watkins". Deadline Hollywood.
  16. "Clockers".
  17. "Clockers Rotten Tomatoes".
  18. Guide, TV (1995). "Clockers". Clockers – Official Trailer.
  19. "The '95 TV Season: Who's Gone? Who's New? Who's Back?". Ebony. 50 (12): 94. 1995. ISSN 0012-9011. Retrieved January 6, 2010.
  20. "After Years On Set As An Actor, I Also Learned How To Produce Movies by BnB Hell's Lawrence Adisa". Filmcourage. Filmcourage. June 7, 2017. Retrieved May 27, 2019.
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