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Cocoa Brown
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Farah Brown
October 9, 1974 Newport News, Virginia, U.S.
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| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2001–present |
| Children | 1 |
Farah "Cocoa" Brown (born October 9, 1974) is an American actress, writer, and comedian. She is well known for her roles as Jennifer in the TV show For Better or Worse and Lytia in the movie The Single Moms Club.
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About Cocoa Brown
Cocoa Brown was born as Farah Brown in Newport News, Virginia. She went to college at Virginia Commonwealth University. She also earned a special degree in Secondary Education from The University of Phoenix.
Her Career Journey
Cocoa Brown has performed in many comedy shows. These include BET's ComicView and One Mic Stand. She also performed on Showtime at the Apollo.
Later, she started acting on television. She had guest roles on popular shows like ER and Breaking Bad.
Big Roles in TV and Movies
In 2011, Brown joined the cast of the Oprah Winfrey Network comedy series Tyler Perry's For Better or Worse. She played Jennifer, who was Tasha Smith's character's best friend. This show was very popular and ran for six seasons.
In 2014, she starred in the comedy-drama film The Single Moms Club. She acted alongside Nia Long, Wendi McLendon-Covey, Zulay Henao, and Amy Smart. People really liked her acting in this movie. The next year, she had a supporting role in the comedy film Ted 2.
In 2016, Brown played a juror named Jeanette "Queen B" Harris. This was in the FX drama series The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story. This show was made by Ryan Murphy. In 2018, she worked with Ryan Murphy again. She played Carla Price in the Fox drama series 9-1-1. She acted with Connie Britton and Mariette Hartley in this role.
Her Personal Life
Cocoa Brown has a son named Phoenix Zion. He was born in 2012.
In February 2024, Cocoa Brown's house in Fayetteville, Georgia had a fire. The famous filmmaker Tyler Perry helped her out. He gave her $400,000 to help her buy a new home.
Film and TV Appearances
Movies
Cocoa Brown has appeared in many films. Here are some of them:
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
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| 2003 | Blue Moon | M.C. | Short film |
| 2006 | Mahoghany Blues | Lawanza | Short film |
| 2008 | Attitude for Destruction | ... Reporter | Direct-to-video |
| 2008 | Lakeview Terrace | Bartender | |
| 2008 | An American Carol | Airport Security Guard 1 | |
| 2009 | Robbin' in da Hood | Mae Mae | Direct-to-video |
| 2009 | Dukes and the Dutchess | Raven Dukes | |
| 2010 | Friendship! | Polizistin | |
| 2010 | Dad's Home | Crossing Guard | Television film |
| 2010 | I Want Candy | Chantelle | Short film |
| 2014 | The Single Moms Club | Lytia | |
| 2015 | Ted 2 | Joy | |
| 2017 | Chi Nu Legacy | Professor Stewart | |
| 2018 | The Other Side | Wedding Planner | |
| 2019 | His, Hers & the Truth | Mrs. Smith | |
| 2019 | Happy Thanksgiving | Claudia | |
| 2020 | Lethal Procedures | Beverly Smith | |
| 2020 | Brother's Grim | Grace | |
| 2020 | Fruits of the Heart | Ms. Woods | |
| 2023 | Praise This | Cora |
Television Shows
Here is a list of TV shows where Cocoa Brown has acted:
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2004 | The Young and the Restless | Woman #4 | 1 episode |
| 2004 | Las Vegas | Lady Behind The Counter | Episode: "Tainted Love" |
| 2007 | America's Got Talent | Herself (Contestant) | 2 episodes |
| 2007 | ER | Judy | Episode: "From Here to Paternity Esinam" |
| 2009 | Breaking Bad | Mail Lady | Episode: "Peekaboo" |
| 2009 | Secret Girlfriend | Jamilla | Episode: "You Try to Make Some Internet Cash" |
| 2011 | Victorious | Nurse | Episode: "Tori Gets Stuck" |
| 2011 | 2 Broke Girls | Woman | Episode: "Pilot" |
| 2012 | Austin & Ally | Security Guard | Episode: "Rockers & Writers" |
| 2011–2017 | Tyler Perry's For Better or Worse | Jennifer | Series regular, 162 episodes |
| 2012 | GCB | Chardonnay | Episode: "A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing" |
| 2012 | The Soul Man | Sister Williams | Episode: "Lost in the Move" |
| 2013 | Don't Trust the B---- in Apartment 23 | Female Neighbor | Episode: "The Scarlet Neighbor..." |
| 2013 | Mr. Box Office | Midge | Episode: "The Golden Apple" |
| 2013 | Psych | Big Wendy | Episode: "Deez Nups |
| 2015 | K.C. Undercover | Big Ange | Episode: "Operation Other Side Part 1" |
| 2016 | American Crime Story | Jeanette "Queen B" Harris | Recurring role, 5 episodes |
| 2017 | Marlon | Nurse Patrice | Episode: "Hospital Party" |
| 2018–present | 9-1-1 | Carla Price | Recurring role, 11 episodes |
| 2019 | The Neighborhood | Regina | Episode: "Welcome to Bowling" |
| 2020–2023 | Never Have I Ever | Principal Grubbs | Recurring role; 14 episodes |
| 2023-present | The Big Door Prize | Principal Pat | Recurring role |
| 2024 | Miss Cleo: Her Rise and Fall | Call Center Manager | TV movie |
See also
In Spanish: Cocoa Brown para niños
