Fantasia Barrino
Biography
Fantasia Monique Barrino, born June 30, 1984, in High Point, North Carolina, is an American singer and actress known for her work on Broadway and television. She first gained national attention by winning the third season of the reality series American Idol in 2004. Following the competition she released the single “I Believe,” which entered the Billboard Hot 100 at number one, and her debut album Free Yourself, later certified Platinum by the RIAA and earning three Grammy nominations in 2006. Her career has been recognized with two Billboard Music Awards, a Grammy Award, and nominations for a Golden Globe, a BAFTA, and three American Music Awards. TMDB lists her with 37 acting credits.
Career overview
Fantasia Monique Barrino, born June 30 1984 in High Point, North Carolina, is an American performer whose career spans music and acting. After winning the third season of the reality series American Idol in 2004, she achieved immediate commercial success with her debut single “I Believe,” which entered the Billboard Hot 100 at number one, and later released the platinum‑certified album Free Yourself. While her musical achievements include multiple Grammy nominations and awards, Barrino has also cultivated a parallel presence on stage and screen.
In addition to her recording career, Barrino is recognized for her work as a Broadway and television actress. The Movie Database lists her as having 37 acting credits, indicating a substantial body of work across theatrical productions and TV programs. Her profile on TMDB identifies acting as a primary professional category, underscoring her involvement in both live‑theater and televised performances. Though specific roles are not detailed in the available sources, the breadth of her credited appearances reflects an ongoing commitment to acting alongside her established reputation as a singer.
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- Live from Detroit: The Concert at Michigan Central (2024) as Self
- TIME100: The World's Most Influential People (2024)
- The Color Purple (2023) as Celie
- Celebrity Prank Wars (2023) as Self
- Oprah & The Color Purple Journey (2023) as Self
- The Jennifer Hudson Show (2022) as Self
- Saving OurSelves: BET COVID-19 Relief Effort (2020) as Self - Co-Host
- The Kelly Clarkson Show (2019) as Self
- Tamron Hall (2019) as Self - Guest
- American Idol (2018) as Self - Performer
- VH1 Hip Hop Honors: All Hail the Queens (2016)
- Celebrity Family Feud (2015) as Self - Contestant
- Celebrities Undercover (2014) as Self
- Soul Kittens Cabaret (2011) as Good Conscience
- Fantasia for Real (2010)
- Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen (2009) as Self - Guest
- RuPaul's Drag Race (2009)
- RuPaul's Drag Race (2009) as Self - Guest Judge
- Testimonies of Faith (2007)
- The Megan Mullally Show (2006) as Self - Musical Guest
- Life Is Not a Fairytale: The Fantasia Barrino Story (2006) as Fantasia Barrino
- Life Is Not a Fairytale: The Fantasia Barrino Story (2006) Book
- The Tyra Banks Show (2005)
- Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parade (2005) as Self
- American Idol: The Best of Seasons 1-4 (2005) as Self - Contestant, Winner (archive footage)
- Kelly, Ruben & Fantasia: Home for Christmas (2004) as Self
- Jimmy Kimmel Live! (2003) as Self
- The Ellen DeGeneres Show (2003) as Self
- All of Us (2003)
- American Idol (2002) as Self
- American Idol (2002) as Self - Contestant
- American Idol (2002) as Self - Performer
- American Dreams (2002) as Aretha Franklin
- Live from E! (2002) as Self
- The Early Show (1999) as Self
- The View (1997) as Self
- The Tonight Show with Jay Leno (1992)
- The Simpsons (1989) as Clarissa Wellington (voice)
- LIVE with Kelly and Mark (1988) as Self
- The Grammys (1959) as Self
- Today (1952) as Self