Tag Archives: Laz Alonso
Laz Alonso Discusses His Acting Career
Laz Alonso opens up to Black Enterprise about acting, education and Hollywood friendships.
Laz Alonso opens up to Black Enterprise about his life on the set, how acting…
By Amber McKynzie
Beyond Idris Elba: Black James Bond Options
Which one of these actors would you prefer?
Idris Elba is a great choice as the first black James Bond, but he’s not…
By Demetria Irwin
Laz Alonso Takes on the World As Black Atlas Ambassador
Actor to blaze an international trail for American Airlines site
Laz Alonso has a new gig with popular travel site BlackAtlas.com.
By Chantell Black
![For aspiring actors trying to get their foot in the door, casting calls can be a daunting experience. Sure, you know the basics (i.e. memorize your lines, know your character), but do you really know what impresses those all-powerful casting directors? Take note from industry veteran Tracy “Twinkie” Byrd, known for casting such notable movies as Stomp the Yard, Notorious, and Whitney Houston’s final film, Sparkle. With over 10 years in the business, Byrd has helped launch countless careers, including Laz Alonso [Jumping the Broom, Avatar], Michael Kenneth Williams [Boardwalk Empire], and, if you follow these tips closely, you could be the next star in the making to go from the casting couch to the big screen. —Aliya Ewing](http://cdn4.blackenterprise.com/wp-content/blogs.dir/1/files/2012/04/Twinkie-Byrd-620x480-90x100.jpg "Twinkie-Byrd-620x480")
Twinkie Byrd’s 5 Tips on Making it As an Actor
The Sparkle casting director shares her advice on how to make a lasting impression in Hollywood
Discovering stars like Laz Alonzo and Columbus Short, Sparkle casting director Tracy “Twinkie” Byrd shares…
By Aliya Ewing
Casting Director Tracy “Twinkie” Byrd on Sparkle, Jordin Sparks & Success
From music videos to major films, the New York casting director has always had an eye for future stars
Sparkle casting director Tracy “Twinkie” Byrd shares her techniques on grooming stars like Jordin Sparks,…
By Aliya Ewing
Preview Our World: ‘Straw Dogs’ Star Laz Alonso
Also: a discussion of a double-standard in media coverage of Barack Obama, and a profile of R&B legend Dionne Warwick
On this week’s edition of Our World with Black Enterprise, with host Marc Lamont Hill,…
By BlackEnterprise.com
2011 Fall TV Preview: 13 Shows Worth Watching this Season
With a batch of new and returning programs here's a guide of what needs your support
Every fall the networks release their fall TV lineups, which include a slew of new…
By Starrene Rhett
GALLERY: Bishop T.D. Jakes’ ‘Jumping the Broom’ Dallas Premiere
Highlights from Bishop T.D. Jakes' Easter premiere of his new movie, Jumping the Broom
Bishop T.D. Jakes invited Black Enterprise down to Dallas for the Easter weekend premiere of…
By Alfred Edmond Jr.
Miracle at St. Anna
On-location with the cast of the movie “Miracle at St. Anna,” actors Derek Luke, Michael…
