La La Anthony is an actress, producer, New York Times bestselling author, fashion tastemaker, and activist. As an actress, she has captivated audiences with standout roles spanning television and film, including cultural hits such as STARZ Power and Paramount’s The Chi, as well as fan-favorite films including Think Like a Man, Baggage Claim, and You People. La La recently filmed the pilot for Hulu’s Group Chat, inspired by her book The Love Playbook, in which she stars and serves as executive producer. Behind the camera, she continues to expand her producing portfolio through her production company, La La Land, championing diverse storytelling across film, television, and digital platforms. Her debut book, The Love Playbook, became a #1 New York Times bestseller, followed by The Power Playbook, which further cemented her reputation as an influential voice for women in business and empowerment. As a host, La La has been a defining voice in pop culture, from her early days on TRL to serving as a red-carpet host for the Met Gala four years in a row.
Beyond her entertainment success, La La Anthony is a dedicated activist and businesswoman using her platform to drive meaningful change. Through her ThreeSixty program and the La La Land Foundation, she has become a leading advocate for prison reform and youth empowerment, providing mentorship, education, and reentry resources for young men incarcerated at New York City’s Rikers Island. Her impactful work has earned her the National Action Network’s Eagle Award, the JUMP Foundation Changemaker Award, and even the honor of a street named “La La Anthony Lane” in New York City. As a serial entrepreneur, she has launched multiple successful ventures and collaborations-including her inclusive fashion capsule with PrettyLittleThing and partnerships with major brands such as Airbb, Amgen, SheaMoisture, and Foot Locker, underscoring her influence as a cultural tastemaker and visionary business leader. With each endeavor, La La Anthony continues to redefine what it means to be a modern powerhouse: unapologetically creative, community-driven, and relentlessly impactful.
