Jahking Guillory is an emerging talent in the entertainment industry, showcasing his skills as a versatile young actor. He gained recognition for his recurring role as 'Coogie' in Showtime's critically acclaimed series THE CHI, created by Lena Waithe and executive produced by Common and Elwood Reid, with Rick Famuyiwa at the helm.
In addition to his work on THE CHI, Guillory also recurs on Netflix's popular series ON MY BLOCK, as well as on Facebook's inaugural original series FIVE POINTS, produced by Indigenous Media and Kerry Washington. His impressive range and versatility have earned him a reputation as a talented young actor.
Guillory's breakthrough role came when he starred in the Focus World film KICKS, alongside Oscar winner Mahershala Ali, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and later had its west coast premiere at the LA Film Festival before receiving a theatrical release.
Recently, Guillory has appeared on the CW Networks / Netflix hit show Black Lightning and HBO's hit series Insecure. His impressive body of work has led to his involvement in multiple film projects, including Hard Miles with Matthew Modine, Young, Wild and Free for Macro, and the indie film Summer of Violence.
Throughout his career, Guillory has demonstrated his ability to adapt to various roles and genres, solidifying his position as a rising star in the entertainment industry.
