Actress. Director. Credits: All American, Branded, Love Jones, The Soloist, Seal Team, Heroes, Parenthood https://nitter.cf/t.co/g6upntGbEb…
Los Angeles
Joined August 2009
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Not only is this ridiculous, it’s disgusting!!
For those of you who don’t understand my righteous anger; I’m on 2 TV series, ELSBETH and RAISING KANAN. I’m filming SUPERMAN. Two years ago, I finished the fourth season of JACK RYAN. Last year I finished a run on Broadway in DEATH OF A SALESMAN. Even with my proof of employment, bank statements and real estate holdings, a white apartment owner DENIED my application to rent the apartment…..in Harlem, of all places. Racism and bigots are real. There are those who will do anything to destroy life’s journey for Black folks. When you deny our personal experiences, you are as vile and despicable.
Smh…🤦🏽♀️
True story: So someone emailed my work email to ask me why all the students on Abbott Elementary are Black and I said because it's set in Philly and they asked where the white students were and I said Philly is 75% BIPOC and majority Black and the public schools are 86% POC and they said, "so why aren't the 14% of white students represented on the show?"
Bernadette Speakes retweeted
Living or deceased, performers to be RESPECTED. Pass AB 1836 to provide crucial intellectual property protections against A.I.
@BauerKahan @AsmJoePatterson @isaacgbryan @DianeDixonAD72 @joshua_hoover @ASM_Irwin @AsmLowenthal @AsmLizOrtega @asmchrisward @BuffyWicks
ALT A light blue shape of the state of California sits on a yellow background. On top, in dark blue font: CALIFORNIA RESPECTS ARTISTS. Below, on a dark blue rectangle. In light blue then yellow font: Support AB 1836.
Bernadette Speakes retweeted
Meet Mama Nata!
In the depths of despair, Mama Nata's eyes told a tale of sorrow. Alone and afraid, her heart weighed heavily with the impending birth of her unborn pups. The cold streets were her only companion, each howl of the wind a stark reminder of her solitude.
Yet, in her darkest hour, kind souls emerged—hands outstretched, promising hope. They wrapped her not only in fabric but also in compassion. Slowly, the ice around her heart melted, giving way to cautious optimism. And then, the miracle of life ignited a symphony of joy.
Nata, once shrouded in uncertainty, now glowed with the light of motherhood. Fourteen tiny heartbeats, each a testament to her courage and strength, squirmed and squealed. Their innocent eyes opened to a world that was no longer merely a place of survival but also of love.
Triumphantly, Nata welcomed 14 healthy puppies into the world, each awaiting a loving name from admirers far and wide. Nata, you've triumphed! Her radiant face beams with pride. Let us send our love to the Great Mother! ❤️
Bernadette Speakes retweeted
First look at my new movie with @halleberry called THE UNION. On Netflix August 16th, save the date! 🔥
Congratulations you deserve all the blessings!
I just booked one of the biggest jobs I’ve had in a long time. Have a great weekend. I’m stoked . #sharing ♥️ 🙌🏻🙏🏼
Congratulations!
My pilot script “The Spirit of ‘76” is a finalist at the @VailFilmFest . Not a bad way to head into Turkey day. Congratulations to all the other finalists and thank you @VailFilmFest .
Bernadette Speakes retweeted
BOX OFFICE: The Nia DaCosta Story...
- The $110M worldwide opening for #TheMarvels is the biggest opening weekend ever for a Black woman director.
- With her previous film #Candyman, DaCosta became the first Black woman director to open #1 at the box office.
- Of the top 3 biggest opening weekends ever for a Black woman director, Nia DaCosta now holds 2 out of 3.
Let's tell that story...
Bernadette Speakes retweeted
BREAKING: President Biden just announced the U.S. is ready to “take our own steps” & impose sanctions like issuing visa bans on Israeli settlers who are attacking & killing innocent Palestinians. This is a major shift in policy & is absolutely necessary. This is good.
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Bernadette Speakes retweeted
When independent producers sign the Interim Agreement, they are letting the AMPTP know actors deserve fair compensation." Thanks to #SagAftraMember Jessica Chastain for being #SagAftraStrong at #TIFF23
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“This is my friend's 17 year old nephew, Tanner. Yesterday he was enjoying a day at Scissortail Park with his mother and younger siblings when he noticed a person struggling in the pond. Tanner's mom said he did a quick double take then without a word he was running toward the water. She had no idea what was happening but Tanner knew someone needed him. His instincts took over and this guy saved a drowning 2 year old!!! He suffered a head injury in the process and had to have staples. Police, fire and medics responded and the child's mother cried uncontrollably with gratitude. Tanner is humble, compassionate and really does not understand how much heartbreak his actions have saved a family.”
Repost this story!!
We need some feel good!!! ❤
Credit: Anna Herman
Bernadette Speakes retweeted
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Thank you to @aflcio President @lizshuler and the Atlanta Local #SagAftraMembers who brought the 🔥HEAT🔥 to our National Day of Solidarity. We WILL win this fight because we are #SagAftraStrong 🗣️💪 #UnionPower #1u
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Congratulations! 🔥♥️👏🏽
So happy Maria Full of Grace has been nominated to the National Film Registry!
@film_registry #mariafullofgrace #supportlatinocreatives #RepresentationMatters
