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Cocoa Brown

b. 1972

American actor and television actor

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About Cocoa Brown

Born 1972. Cocoa Brown is an American actor, television actor and film actor.

Farah "Cocoa" Brown is an American actress, writer and comedian. She is best known for playing Jennifer in For Better or Worse and Lytia in The Single Moms Club.

Early life, education Brown was born as Farah Brown in Newport News, Virginia. She attended and graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University. She also has a Master of Science degree from The University of Phoenix in Secondary Education.

Career Brown has performed in many different comedy stage shows including BET's ComicView and One Mic Stand and Showtime at the Apollo. The following year, she appeared in a supporting role in a comedy film Ted 2.

In 2016, Brown played juror Jeanette "Queen B" Harris in the FX drama series The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story produced by Ryan Murphy. In 2018, she worked again with Ryan Murphy, playing the recurring role of Carla Price opposite Connie Britton and Mariette Hartley in the Fox drama series 9-1-1.

Personal life On February 18, 2024, Brown's house in Fayetteville, Georgia burned down. Tyler Perry offered her $400,000 to help buy a new home.

Filmography

Film

Television

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Important facts

Born
9 October 1972, Newport News
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Actor, television actor, film actor
Nationality
United States
Education
Virginia Commonwealth University, Menchville High School

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Cocoa Brown?

American actor and television actor

When was Cocoa Brown born?

Cocoa Brown was born on 9 October 1972 in Newport News.

What is Cocoa Brown's occupation?

Cocoa Brown is an actor, television actor and film actor.

What nationality is Cocoa Brown?

Cocoa Brown is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Cocoa Brown

· Wikidata: Q16213883

· DBpedia: Cocoa Brown

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