Annie Ilonzeh
Biography
Annie Ilonzeh stars on NBC's hit drama series Chicago Fire" as paramedic Emily Foster.Born and raised in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area, Ilonzeh is the eldest of five sisters. Her father is Nigerian and her mother is of Polish and English descent. She began taking dance lessons at a young age, but quickly learned she was better suited for basketball, soccer and track. In high school, she discovered her passion for basketball, which earned her a college scholarship to the University of Texas.
Ilonzeh visited Los Angeles in 2006 and the idea of an acting career suddenly appealed to her. Without looking back, she moved to Los Angeles and gave herself one year to explore show business. After booking a few high-profile advertising campaigns, she decided to stay. Many more commercials and small TV and movie roles followed. In March 2010, she got her big break and was cast on "General Hospital."
In film, she starred as lead detective opposite Jennifer Garner in the action-drama thriller "Peppermint." She also starred as Kidada Jones in the Tupac biopic, "All Eyez on Me," and appeared opposite Taye Diggs in the thriller "'Til Death Do Us Part."
Ilonzeh had recurring roles on "Empire," "Person of Interest," "Graceland," "Drop Dead Diva," "Arrow," "Switched at Birth" and "Entourage." Her guest-starring roles include ABC's revamp of "Charlie's Angels," "General Hospital," "Rush," "Beauty and the Beast," "Melrose Place" and "The Game."
Ilonzeh spends most of her free time in the gym and considers it her "happy place." She creates her own routines, incorporating moves from her favorite sports, such as boxing and mixed martial arts. Fitness is a major part of her life, and she also spends time with her Chihuahua Pacino.
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Movies in the Spotlight
Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
Action Adventure PG1984 (1h 58m) - Streaming on Netflix
Indiana Jones, his young sidekick and a spoiled songbird get more than they bargained for when they go to India in search of a missing magical stone.
This sequel took home an Oscar for its eye-popping array of special effects, from monkey brains to molten lava. Source Netflix
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Terminator Salvation
Action Fantasy Sci‑Fi PG‑132009 (1h 54m) - Streaming on Netflix
All grown up in post-apocalyptic 2018, John Connor must lead the resistance of humans against increasingly dominating militaristic robots.
Oscar winner Christian Bale stars in this high-octane continuation of the popular Sci‑Fi franchise. Source Netflix
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The Time Machine
Action Adventure Fantasy PG‑132002 (1h 35m) - Streaming on Netflix
Based on the H.G. Wells classic, this adventure follows Alexander Hartdegen, a scientist and inventor, who's determined to prove time travel is possible. Testing his theories with a time machine of his own invention, Hartdegen is hurtled 800,000 years into the future, where he discovers that mankind has become divided into the hunter and the hunted. Source Netflix
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Shows in the Spotlight
Young Sheldon
Comedy TV‑PG2017 Series
Set in 1989, the series follows 9-year-old Sheldon Cooper as he attends high school in the fictional town of Medford, Texas, and tries to fit in the world around him while his family and friends attempt to deal with his unique intellectual capabilities and social challenges. The series is narrated by Jim Parsons. Source CBS
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Chilling Adventures of Sabrina
Fantasy Horror Thriller TV‑142018 Series - Streaming on Netflix
Magic and mischief collide as half-human, half-witch Sabrina navigates between two worlds: mortal teen life and her family's legacy, the Church of Night. While Greendale readies for a Halloween eclipse, Sabrina faces a crucial decision and Harvey makes an unexpected declaration.
Kiernan Shipka ("Mad Men") stars in this adaptation of the horror comic series by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa ("Riverdale"). Source Netflix
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Dead to Me
Drama Crime Comedy TV‑MA2019 Series - Streaming on Netflix
A hotheaded widow searching for the hit-and-run driver who mowed down her husband befriends an eccentric optimist who isn't quite what she seems. Overwhelmed by grief and anger after her husband's sudden death, acerbic real estate agent Jen meets tenderhearted Judy at a support group.
Christina Applegate earned Emmy and Golden Globe nominations for her role in this series co-starring Linda Cardellini. Source Netflix
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Hi! I sent Shaq an online email a message about a connection we had at LSU. We had his last college class (before he went to the pros) with “Cari.” My name is Laurie. Maybe, he remembers me? I am a teacher now in TN. I have a student in 4th grade that is really struggling, but I got him Shaq’s autobiography and he started reading it. I would love if he could get some note of encouragement from Shaq. He wants to be a professional basketball player. Could you help?
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