Laila joined the cast of the Tyler Perry series “Zatima” streaming on BET+ and BET networks as Zack’s ex-girlfriend ‘Connie’. She is now a series regular entering her 3 season alongside Devale Ellis (Zack) and Crystal Renee Hayslett (Fatima).

Laila starred as ‘Pepa’ in Lifetime’s “Salt-N-Pepa,” biopic which aired January 23rd, 2021. The film tells the story of nursing students, Cheryl “Salt” James and Sandra “Pepa” Denton, and how they formed 80’s hip-hop group, Salt-N-Pepa.

Laila’s other credits include “For The Love of Jason”, “The Bobby Debarge Story”, “Phantom Halo”, “Game Shakers” and “Undercover Brother 2.” She has also contributed to Kevin Hart’s LOL Network and All Def Digital.

Beyond acting, Laila is committed to leading a healthy, balanced lifestyle which she shares regularly on social media through international travel, beauty, skincare, workout, and style content.  She advocates for Black women’s health and wellness through a holistic lens – education followed with action. Her storyline as ‘Connie’ on “Zatima” inspired Laila to partner with American Cancer Society as a Voices Ambassador.

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