Karen Malina White

Karen Malina White

59 · Born: Jul 7, 1965

Personal Details

BornJul 7, 1965 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

Biography

Karen Malina White, a talented actress and producer, made her grand entrance into the world on July 7, 1965, in the vibrant city of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. Born and raised in this iconic East Coast metropolis, she would go on to make a lasting impact on the entertainment industry with her remarkable performances in a wide range of films and television shows.

Some of her most notable roles include the critically acclaimed drama Lean on Me (1989),where she showcased her impressive acting chops alongside Morgan Freeman and Robert Guillaume. More recently, she has appeared in the 2022 sci-fi horror film Monsters, alongside a talented ensemble cast. Fans of 90s television may also recognize her from her starring role in the popular sitcom Malcolm & Eddie (1996),where she brought her signature wit and charm to the small screen.

Throughout her illustrious career, Karen Malina White has consistently demonstrated her versatility and range as an actress, effortlessly transitioning between dramatic and comedic roles with ease. Her dedication to her craft and her ability to bring complex characters to life have endeared her to audiences and earned her a reputation as one of the most talented and respected actresses in the industry today.

Career

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2023
Big Boss
Big Boss as Therapist
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2022
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{"id":198819,"title":"'Tis the Season to be Merry","year":"2021","character":"Sonia Hendricks","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/tis-the-season-to-be-merry-2021","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/305enln5cu0g.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/305enln5cu0g.jpg"},"released":1}
2021
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{"id":12072,"title":"Better Things","year":2019,"character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/better-things","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4fuagrn9mr20.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4fuagrn9mr20.jpg"},"released":1}
2019
{"id":263000,"title":"Conflict of Interest","year":"2017","character":"Gabriele's Mother","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/conflict-of-interest-2017","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_263000.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_263000.jpg"},"released":1}
2017
Conflict of Interest
Conflict of Interest as Gabriele's Mother
{"id":100918,"title":"Silent Cry Aloud","year":"2016","character":"Dina","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/silent-cry-aloud","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_100918.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_100918.jpg"},"released":1}
2016
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The Middle
The Middle as Mrs. Roberts
{"id":2857,"title":"I Didn't Do It","year":2015,"character":"Betty LeBow","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/i-didnt-do-it","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_2857.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_2857.jpg"},"released":1}
2015
I Didn't Do It
I Didn't Do It as Betty LeBow
{"id":182906,"title":"Jump In: The Movie","year":"2013","character":"Camryn Davis","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/jump-in-the-movie","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_182906.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_182906.jpg"},"released":1}
2013
Jump In: The Movie
Jump In: The Movie as Camryn Davis
{"id":16348,"title":"Cheaper to Keep Her","year":"2011","character":"Koren","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/cheaper-to-keep-her","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7ree01nsktb0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7ree01nsktb0.jpg"},"released":1}
2011
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2005
The Proud Family Movie
The Proud Family Movie as Dijonay Jones (voice)
{"id":517,"title":"The Bernie Mac Show","year":2005,"character":"Denise","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-bernie-mac-show","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_517.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_517.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":9417,"title":"Boston Public","year":2003,"character":"Sonia Williamson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/boston-public","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4mqmako12sa0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4mqmako12sa0.jpg"},"released":1}
2003
Boston Public
Boston Public as Sonia Williamson
{"id":1398,"title":"The Proud Family","year":2001,"character":"Dijonay Jones (voice)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-proud-family","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/74d1b7ivgrp0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/74d1b7ivgrp0.jpg"},"released":1}
2001
The Proud Family
The Proud Family as Dijonay Jones (voice)
{"id":57021,"title":"Once Upon a Time... When We Were Colored","year":"1996","character":"Mary","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/once-upon-a-time-when-we-were-colored","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_57021.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_57021.jpg"},"released":1}
1996
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Malcolm & Eddie
Malcolm & Eddie as Nicolette Vandross
{"id":9653,"title":"The Parent 'Hood","year":1995,"character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-parent-hood","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_9653.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_9653.jpg"},"released":1}
1995
{"id":103834290,"title":"Hangin' with Mr. Cooper","year":1995,"character":"Florence","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/hangin-with-mr-cooper","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103834290.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103834290.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":202,"title":"The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air","year":1993,"character":"Jewel Robertson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-fresh-prince-of-bel-air","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/11juq53qauu8.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/11juq53qauu8.jpg"},"released":1}
1993
{"id":9869,"title":"A Different World","year":1992,"character":"Charmaine Brown","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/a-different-world","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_9869.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_9869.jpg"},"released":1}
1992
A Different World
A Different World as Charmaine Brown
{"id":6273,"title":"Lean on Me","year":"1989","character":"Kaneesha Carter","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/lean-on-me","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1hrl92ob1ra8.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1hrl92ob1ra8.jpg"},"released":1}
1989
Lean on Me
Lean on Me as Kaneesha Carter