She earned some early popularity in the cult movie, "Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood." She played the the girlfriend of the Marlon Wayans' character "Loc Dog" in the memorable postal truck scene.
She has a son Daylen Ali Carolina from her first marriage (born October 2001).
Friends with Steve Harvey.
Gave birth to her second child Kal'El Joseph Riley on April 21st 2008 in Los Angeles. He weighed 7 lbs, 6 oz, and was 19.5 inches long.
She is a lifelong liberal Democrat.
Has a daughter Lola Riley with her current husband Karon Riley.