Tonya Pinkins

Tonya Pinkins is an American actress and filmmaker known for her work in both television and theater. She gained recognition for her portrayal of Livia Frye on the soap opera All My Children. Pinkins has received critical acclaim for her roles on Broadway, earning nominations for three Tony Awards and winning one. Her extensive list of accolades includes Obie, Lortel, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, AUDLECO, Garland, L.A. Drama Critics Circle, Clarence Derwent, and NAACP Theater Awards. Additionally, she has been nominated for the Olivier, Helen Hayes, Noel, Joseph Jefferson, NAACP Image, Soap Opera Digest, and Ovation Awards. Pinkins recently made her directorial debut with her award-winning feature film RED PILL, which has garnered international recognition and numerous festival nominations.