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About Me

Jen Harper is a multi-talented individual who has excelled in various fields. Her career started at the age of 4 and persisted through her study at Spelman College and Morehouse School of Medicine, where she earned her medical degree. Jen's passion for acting led her to The Shakespeare Tradition at The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA in London, where she was tutored by some of the greatest actors of our time, including Ian McKellen, Alan Rickman, Judi Dench, and Fiona Shaw. Jen's unique combination of skills has allowed her to excel in both the medical and entertainment industries. She is known for her roles in Tyler Perry's Zatima, OWN's Greenleaf, A Madea Family Funeral, and series In The Heat of The Night.  Her talent, hard work, and determination have made her a force to be reckoned with in both the medical and entertainment worlds. 

Height: 5'5"

Eye Color: Brown

Hair Color: Black

Location: Atlanta, GA

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Film

The Pact Production Company | The Pact | 2022

Supporting Actor​

Tyler Perry Studios | A Madea Family Funeral | 2019

Supporting Actor

Netflix | Nappily Ever After | 2018

Supporting Actor

A Stay Fly Production | Bound | 2014

Supporting Actor

Sierra/Affinity | Kill The Messenger | 2014

Supporting Actor

Lost Soul Productions | Soul Survivors | 2001

Supporting Actor

Television

Tyler Perry Studios | Zatima | 2022-2023

Recurring 

Emmett/Furla Oasis Films| BMF | 2023

Guest Appearance

Swirl Films | Hello | 2022

Supporting Actor

Furious Productions | Tom Swift | 2022

Recurring

Home Box Office (HBO) | The Righteous Gemstones | 2022

Recuring

Big Dreams Entertainment | Kirk Franklin's A Gospel Christmas | 2022

Supporting Actor

J. LaMothe Entertainment | Terror Lake Drive | 2020

Recurring

MarVista Entertainment | Cooking Up Christmas | 2020

Supporting Actor

Lionsgate | Greenleaf | 2016 -- 2020

Series Regular

Jesse Collins Entertainment | American Soul | 2019

Guest Appearance

Lightnin' Production Rentals| Saints & Sinners | 2018

Recurring

Swirl Films| Dinner for Two | 2018

Supporting Actor

Lightnin' Production Rentals| Saints & Sinners | 2018

Recurring

Stage

Theatrical Outfit/Dominion Entertainment Group | A Raisin In The Sun | 2024

Lena Younger

Horizon Theatre Company | Sweet Water Taste | 2019

Iola Beckford

Production Company | Project Name | 2035

Chorus Member

Special Skills

From vocal versatility to medical expertise, I bring a range of skills to every endeavor. Whether it's mastering a new dialect, performing complex surgical procedures, or engaging in physical stunts, I'm dedicated to expanding my abilities and delivering exceptional performances.

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