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N'Bushe Wright
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Wright in the film His & Hers
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| Born | September 20, 1970 Brooklyn, New York, U.S.
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| Education | Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School |
| Occupation | Actress, dancer |
| Years active | 1991–present |
N'Bushe Wright (pronounced "ən-BOO-shay"; born on September 20, 1970) is an American actress and dancer. She is well-known for her role as Dr. Karen Jenson in the 1998 superhero movie Blade. N'Bushe also trained as a dancer at famous schools like the Alvin Ailey Dance Center and the Martha Graham School of Dance.
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N'Bushe Wright's Acting Career
N'Bushe Wright began her acting journey very quickly after studying at Stella Adler's Studio. Her first big role was in the 1992 movie Zebrahead.
Early Film Roles
In 1994, N'Bushe received good reviews for her acting in the movie Fresh. She played the older sister of the main character. The next year, she acted in Dead Presidents (1995). In this film, she played a character who was part of the Black Panther Party.
Her most famous role came in 1998 when she played Dr. Karen Jenson in the action film Blade. This movie was very popular and helped make her a recognized face.
Television Appearances
N'Bushe also had a recurring role in the TV drama I'll Fly Away from 1992 to 1993. She played Claudia, a young woman fighting for equal rights in education.
She has also appeared as a guest star on several other television shows. These include New York Undercover, Homicide: Life on the Street, Chappelle's Show, and Third Watch.
About N'Bushe's Life
N'Bushe Wright grew up in Brooklyn, New York. She went to the Manhattan High School for the Performing Arts, where she trained as a dancer.
Her mother was a psychologist who worked for the New York City Board of Education. Her father, Stanley Wright, was a jazz musician.
