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Raised as an only child in Jacksonville, Florida, “Akia Uwanda” McDaniel wears several hats in the entertainment and business industries. She is a classically trained, sultry jazz and soul vocalist with a down-to-earth personality that reminds you of the girl next door. She is not only a Singer, but also a Recording Artist, Actress, TV/Music Producer, Creative Director, Event Producer, Serial Entrepreneur, Podcaster, Humanitarian, and Philanthropist. As an actress, she has played the role of Shug Avery and Church Lady Narlene in The Color Purple. Akia starred as the lead character in the original musical/dramatic play entitled Majigeen, as Anta, written and produced by Jennifer Chase. Other lead roles include, but not limited to, Velma in Crowns, Lorrell in Dreamgirls, and Adda Perle in The Wiz at the Alhambra Dinner Theatre in Jacksonville, Florida. As a singer, she has opened up for performers such as Earth, Wind and Fire, Avery Sunshine, Jamison Ross and has shared the stage with jazz greats such as Ledisi, Gregory Porter and Kamasi Washington. Her vocal ability and experiences have granted her the opportunity to wow audiences nationally and internationally performing twice at Carnegie Hall, venues in Italy, and beyond. She often performs at music festivals nationally including the Romanza Festivale and JAX Jazz Festival where she has served as an Emcee as well. Akia is the 2023 Jacksonville Image Awards Winner for Music Excellence. For more info, visit www.akiauwanda.com.

My name is Austin Adams I’m 18 years old. I enjoy music as I am a musician whom also enjoys, acting and special effects makeup . I previously had an agent based out of LA. I’m Non union and I starred in a indie movie on Amazon prime called Redwood produced by One Compelling Picture.

Positive energy, mom of six, avid ballroom dancer and Coach,creative and comfortable with myself, love learning new things, 26 year Naval officer Spouse (recently, single), ambassador to communities all over the world, currently in Grad school to become a licensed mental health therapist, non-fiction relationship, author and experienced corporate trainer with fortune 50 companies. Had a great time as a lead contestant on America Says out in LA. I always love playing pretend and coloring outside the lines No agenda, not star struck just living life moments to their fullest. Years ago, I did some modeling and commercials, extra work on Doc Hollywood movie & hung out with crew. Hey, my last name is LeBron so I must be a slam dunk pick.;) As ABBA says, “ take a chance on me”