Shannon Thornton facts for kids

Shannon Thornton is an American actress born on July 24, 1987. She is well-known for her role as Keyshawn in the TV series P-Valley, which started in 2020. For her acting in this show, she received a Gracie Allen Award and a Women's Image Network Award. These awards celebrate excellent work in media and entertainment.

Early Life and Career Beginnings

Shannon Thornton grew up in Connecticut, a state in the United States. Before she became a famous actress, she worked as a model. She appeared in advertisements for hair care products, especially those for Black hair.

Her first acting job on television was in 2010. She appeared in an episode of the police drama Blue Bloods.

Rising to Fame

Shannon Thornton continued to act in various TV shows. She had repeating roles in popular series like Rise, Dynasty, and Power.

In 2020, she became a main actress on the TV show P-Valley. In this drama series, she plays the character Keyshawn. Her performance in P-Valley helped her become widely recognized.

In 2022, Shannon Thornton also appeared in a music video. She was the main female lead in the music video for the song "Love You Better" by the rapper Future.

Recent Projects

In 2024, Shannon Thornton starred in two films directed by Tyler Perry. She appeared in the movie Mea Culpa. Later that year, she played the main character, Joy, in the romantic drama film Joy Ridge.

Awards and Recognition

Shannon Thornton has received awards for her acting, especially for her role in P-Valley.

• In 2021, she won a Gracie Allen Award for Actress in a Supporting Role in a Drama.
• In 2022, she won a Women's Image Network Award for Best Actress in a Drama Series.

External Links

• Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonthornt_n/?hl=en