Latarsha Rose

Latarsha Rose is an American film and television actress. She gained recognition for her role as Portia in the 2012 film The Hunger Games. Rose was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. She attended Georgetown University and actively participated in theater productions during her time there. Rose's career took off when she was selected to be a part of Bravo TV's The It Factor, a show that chronicled the struggles of aspiring entertainers. She has appeared in several TV shows, including Law & Order, CSI: NY, Bones, CSI: Miami, All My Children, The Cape, and had recurring roles in Windfall and Swingtown. Despite contemplating quitting the industry, Rose's breakthrough role came in The Hunger Games, where she played the character Portia. She has also starred as Dr. Lisa Hudson in the BET television series Being Mary Jane.