SIMJI

SIMJI

Interview by Carol Wright | Photos Courtesy of SIMJI We got to chat with TikTok and YouTube viral sensation SIMJI about how she first became interested in tufting, sharing her work online, and advice she has for young entrepreneurs. Have you envisioned yourself having...
Words of Wisdom: Kara Duncan

Words of Wisdom: Kara Duncan

Interview by Carol Wright | Photographer: David Jung We got to chat with actress Kara Duncan about her role in the new Fox comedy Pivoting and her advice for aspiring actors. You have been performing since the age of four. How did you discover your passion for acting...
Jahkil Jackson

Jahkil Jackson

Interview by Carol Wright | Photographer: Charan Ingram We got to chat with philanthropist Jahkil Jackson about giving back to his community, his nonprofit organization “Project I AM,” and being recognized by President Obama. Did growing up in Chicago play...
Words of Wisdom: Kevin L. Johnson

Words of Wisdom: Kevin L. Johnson

Interview by Navarrow Wright Jr. | Photographer: Josh Stringer | Hair/MU: Kim Harley We got to chat with actor Kevin L. Johnson about the final season of Ozark, bringing his character Sam to life, and what initially sparked his interest in acting. What initially...
Andrew Herr

Andrew Herr

Interview by Carol Wright | Photographer: Karolina Turek We got to chat with actor Andrew Herr about his time at Vancouver Institute of Media Arts, playing Jonesy in the hit-show Letterkenny, and his advice for aspiring actors. What initially sparked your interest in...
Samer Salem

Samer Salem

Interview by Carol Wright | Photographer: Stephen Tracey We got to chat with actor Samer Salem who plays Josep in the hit-series The Expanse. He talked to NYOTA about booking the role and his advice for aspiring actors. Growing up in Canada, was there a prominent art...