Tasha Smith

Tasha Smith is an actress and director known for her work in film and television. Smith is recognized for her portrayal of Ronnie Boyce in the HBO mini-series "The Corner," which earned critical acclaim, and for her recurring role on Fox drama EMPIRE alongside Taraji P. Henson. She starred in the Tyler Perry television series "For Better or Worse" on OWN, earning an NAACP Image Award nomination for Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series. Smith's performance as Angela in the films "Why Did I Get Married?" and "Why Did I Get Married, Too?" with Janet Jackson and Jill Scott led to the development of a spin-off series.

Her additional film credits include "Addicted" from Lionsgate, Tyler Perry's "Daddy's Little Girls" with Idris Elba, the box office hit "Jumping the Broom" from Columbia, and the romantic comedy "Couples Retreat" from Universal.

Smith has also established herself as a director. Her directorial debut was the feature film for TV One titled "When Love Kills," which received an NAACP Award nomination. She has directed episodes of BET's TALES, STAR on Fox, P-Valley for Starz, and 9-1-1 for Fox. Smith has been recognized by Bustle as one of several female directors on the rise. Her career highlights her contributions to acting, directing, and representation in the entertainment industry.