Scene 2 Seen Podcast: Jean Elie Talks About The Emmys, The Difference Between Acting And Producing, And Haitian Influence On Hollywood Storytelling
deadline.comJean Elie is a talented actor, producer, and writer with Haitian roots. He gained recognition for portraying Ahmal Dee, Issa Rae’s brother, on HBO’s Insecure and for his guest appearance on ABC’s American Crime.
In addition to acting, Jean has collaborated with major companies like Puma, Showtime, Anheuser Busch, HBO, and Prime Video as a brand influencer.
He’s also a multifaceted creative who co-created, produced, and starred in the groundbreaking Send|Help series on AMC Network’s AllBlk platform.
In the series, Fritz Jean-Baptiste (Elie) is a charismatic and ambitious Haitian-American actor who cherishes his family. After his hit series is canceled, he’s confronted with repressed emotions, mental health struggles, and dating challenges on his way to rebuilding and reclaiming his passion for acting.
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