Xosha Roquemore


Xosha Kai Roquemore is an American actress. She is best known for her roles as Jo Ann in Precious and Tamra in The Mindy Project.

Early life and career

Roquemore was born in 1984 in Los Angeles, and is named after the Xhosa people of South Africa. She started acting when she joined The Amazing Grace Conservatory, in ninth grade. After graduating high school, she moved to New York City and graduated from the Tisch program at New York University.
Roquemore starred in her first major film as Jo Ann in Precious. In 2013, she was cast in a recurring role on Kirstie, based on her work in the series pilot. Her role, however, was recast after she was added as a series regular to The Mindy Project after a three episode guest star stint.

Personal life

Roquemore was in a relationship with actor Lakeith Stanfield since at least August 2015. In March 2017 the couple announced they were expecting their first child together, and the baby girl was born later that year. Lakeith ended their romantic relationship leaving Roquemore but they co-parent their daughter.

Filmography

Film

Television