Shani Pride is a visionary storyteller whose work lives at the intersection of creativity, cinema, and social impact. With over two decades in the entertainment industry, she brings a bold, emotionally resonant voice to everything she creates—across film, television, and digital platforms.

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Pride is currently in pre-production on With Love, Me—a deeply personal feature film set in Italy that she is writing, directing, and starring in. The film explores themes of grief, self-love, and creative rebirth. She is also developing Brownsville Redemption, a raw and powerful television series she wrote and created that examines equity, access, and resilience.

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On screen, Pride has delivered compelling performances in acclaimed shows such as CSI: Miami, Weeds, and American Horror Story, while also starring in award-winning independent films and co-starring in major studio projects. Her versatility spans acting, commercial campaigns, and voiceover work—with a global portfolio that reflects both artistic range and emotional truth.

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Today, Pride’s storytelling also expands into cinematic brand collaborations—where creativity meets commerce with heart. She partners with aligned brands to craft emotionally rich, purpose-led content across digital platforms, blending authenticity, impact, and cinematic beauty. View her cinematic brand collaborations here.

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Her journey began in theater—first as a student at the prestigious Los Angeles County High School for the Arts (LACHSA), and later at UCLA’s renowned Theater School. Classically trained and deeply rooted in craft, she has studied with master teachers across Los Angeles, New York, London, and Italy.

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Her mission is clear: to tell stories that don’t just entertain—but awaken, inspire, and transform. Through every frame and every word, she invites others to feel deeply, think boldly, and remember who they are.