OM DENNE EPISODE
Phaedra talks with actress, Najah Jackson, for a candid conversation about chasing creative dreams, surviving the industry, and what it really takes to stay ready for the roles you prayed for.
You’ll discover:
- What the grind really looks like on a soap opera, including learning 15 pages overnight and sometimes filming two episodes in a day
- How she landed All American after going out for it more than 20 times
- What it was like juggling All American and Beyond the Gates at the same time
Phaedra and Najah also get honest about the business side of acting that nobody prepares you for. This episode is also a love letter to Black soap opera history, with a nod to the power of seeing representation on screen and the legacy of shows like All My Children and Dynasty. Tune in to the conversation and be inspired by Najah's story!
Keep up with Najah Jackson:
- Be sure to watch her in Beyond the Gates on CBS and in All American on Netflix
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