Lea DeLaria
American actress and singer from 'Orange is the New Black'
Born
May 23rd, 1958
67 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Born in 1958, this actress and singer gained prominence in the entertainment industry with a successful career in both music and television. A trailblazer in the LGBTQ+ community, significant roles include playing Carrie 'Big Boo' Black in the Netflix series 'Orange is the New Black'. Her work on Broadway also includes portraying the character of 'Eldest Daughter' in 'On the Town'. In addition to acting, contributions to jazz music as a vocalist have been notable, leading to multiple album releases. This individual has been recognized for blending the worlds of comedy and music.
Portrayed Carrie 'Big Boo' Black in 'Orange is the New Black'
Performed on Broadway in 'On the Town'
Released several jazz albums
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