Desreta Jackson

Desreta Jackson (born April 19, 1971) is a Virgin Islander actress, producer and entrepreneur. She is best known for her role as Young Celie in the movie The Color Purple.

After various roles in television and movies, Jackson earned a degree in directing from Los Angeles City College.

Acting career Jackson's career began after only a short time in acting school. She was at a casting call for The Color Purple when she was spotted by the producer Reuben Cannon and she was called back for more casting calls.

Jackson continued her career with roles in both television and film.

Filmography Year Title Role Notes 1985 The Color Purple Young Celie 1987 Mighty Pawns Lucy Made-for-TV movie starring Rosalind Cash, Shawn Harrison, and Desreta Jackson. 1989 Mancuso, F.B.I. Appeared in episode 2 ("Racial Matters"), broadcast on October 19, 1989. 1992 Sister Act Teenage Girl Minor role 2008 Creating Celebrity Self / Producer

Theater

Personal life

Jackson is the founder of BlackSilk Products, a hair care product company that she launched in 2011. She began the business from home in 2002, making her own hair care products such as oils, hair treatments, shampoos and conditioners.