LisaRaye McCoy
Biography
LisaRaye McCoy is an American actress born on September 23, 1966, in Chicago, Illinois, USA. She is known for her roles in various films and television shows. Her acting debut was as the lead in the independent film Reasons, directed by Monty Ross. She also portrayed Diana 'Diamond' Armstrong in the film The Players Club, directed and written by Ice Cube. Additionally, she played Neesee James on the CW sitcom All of Us from 2003 to 2007 and Keisha Greene in the VH1 romantic comedy series Single Ladies from 2011 to 2015. As a multifaceted artist, LisaRaye McCoy has appeared in numerous other projects throughout her career.
Career overview
LisaRaye McCoy is an American actress known for her roles in various films and television shows. She made her acting debut as the lead in Reasons, an independent film directed by Monty Ross. Her breakthrough role came when she portrayed Diana 'Diamond' Armstrong in the film The Players Club, directed and written by Ice Cube.
In addition to her film work, LisaRaye McCoy has also appeared in several television shows. She played the role of Neesee James on the CW sitcom All of Us, which aired from 2003 to 2007. She also appeared in the VH1 romantic comedy series Single Ladies, playing the character Keisha Greene, from 2011 to 2015.
LisaRaye McCoy's acting credits span multiple genres and platforms, showcasing her versatility as a performer. With a career spanning several decades, she has established herself as a talented and recognizable figure in the entertainment industry.
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Full Filmography
48 titles- Deb is Boss (2026) as Amelia
- The Dreamer Cinderella (2025) as Camille Garber
- Lunar Lockdown (2024) as Warden Meyers
- Queens Court (2023) as Self
- Legacy (2023) as Debra
- Asking for a Friend (2023) as Self - Host
- The Royal (2022) as Elsie
- Single Not Searching (2022) as Angela
- Greed: A Seven Deadly Sins Story (2022) as Miss Viv
- Chocolate City 3: Live Tour (2022) as Shawna Diva
- For the Love of Money (2021) as Dalia
- Twice Bitten (2021) as Monique
- Holiday Heartbreak (2020) as Summer St. John
- Murder in the Thirst (2019) as Self - Host
- BET Her Presents: The Waiting Room (2019) Director
- Love Dot Com: The Social Experiment (2019) as Deloris Quinn
- Carl Weber's The Family Business (2018) as Donna Duncan
- No More Mr Nice Guy (2018) as Bridget St. John
- Tales (2017) as Mavis
- Love Under New Management: The Miki Howard Story (2016) as Sylvia
- Ballers (2015) as Amber's Mother
- Skinned (2015) as Mother
- Skinned (2015) Director
- Light Girls (2015) as Self
- Lap Dance (2014) as Sugar
- Single Ladies (2011) as Keisha Green
- Video Girl (2011) as Patricia
- Beauty Shop (2005) as Rochelle
- The Proud Family Movie (2005) as Choreographer (voice)
- Envy (2005)
- On Air with Ryan Seacrest (2004) as Self
- All of Us (2003) as Neesee James
- Steve Harvey's Big Time Challenge (2003)
- Gang of Roses (2003) as Maria
- Love Chronicles (2003) as Marie Toursaant
- Super Spy: The Final Exit (2003) as CIA Lady
- The It Factor (2002)
- Civil Brand (2002) as Frances Shepard
- Ultimate Fights from the Movies (2002) as Diane Armstrong / Diamond (The Players Club) (archive footage)
- Go for Broke (2002) as Belinda / Star
- All About You (2001) as Lisa
- The Cheapest Movie Ever Made (2000)
- Rhapsody (2000) as Victoria
- The Wood (1999) as Lisa
- The Players Club (1998) as Diana "Diamond" Armstrong
- In the House (1995)
- Reasons
- Angel Brinks: The Real Bling as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is LisaRaye McCoy best known for?
LisaRaye McCoy is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Carl Weber's The Family Business (2018), Puncture (2011), Ballers (2015), Beauty Shop (2005).
When and where was LisaRaye McCoy born?
LisaRaye McCoy was born on September 23, 1966 in Chicago, Illinois, USA.
How many credits does LisaRaye McCoy have?
LisaRaye McCoy has accumulated over 48 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1995 to 2026.
What is LisaRaye McCoy's background in cinema and television?
LisaRaye McCoy is an American actress born on September 23, 1966, in Chicago, Illinois, USA. She is known for her roles in various films and television shows. Her acting debut was as the lead in the independent film Reasons, directed by Monty Ross. She also portrayed Diana 'Diamond' Armstrong in the film The Players Cl...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- On Air with Ryan Seacrest (2004) as Self — aged about 37
- Carl Weber's The Family Business (2018) as Donna Duncan — aged about 51
- In the House (1995) — aged about 28
- All of Us (2003) as Neesee James — aged about 36
- Ballers (2015) as Amber's Mother — aged about 48
- Beauty Shop (2005) as Rochelle — aged about 38
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