Biografía
Trazi Lashawn is an accomplished American actor, director, writer, and producer known for his commanding presence and emotional range across film, television, and stage. With a career marked by versatility and a commitment to authentic storytelling, Lashawn has become a recognized name in the entertainment industry. He most recently starred as Ethan in the 2025 romantic drama "Love & Coffee", a heartfelt story about a married couple navigating love, dreams, and second chances. The film, featuring Shireen Crutchfield and directed by Trudy Sargent, was produced by Dan Garcia and showcases Lashawn's depth in portraying complex romantic leads.
Lashawn first gained national attention with his VoiceOver work in Lee Daniels' award-winning film "The Butler" (2013) and HBO's "Treme" (2010). Since then, he has built an impressive resume that includes standout performances in independent films like "Dangerous Seduction" (2024), "Rumors Salon" (2024), "My Perfect Wedding" (2022), and "Nola Life" (2016).
On television, Lashawn has appeared in critically acclaimed series including "NCIS: New Orleans", "Claws", and Apple TV+'s "Black Bird". He is also known for his portrayal of Pastor Clark in "A House Divided" on ALLBLK. As a creator, Lashawn wrote, directed, and starred in the live stage sitcoms "Driven" & "Troubles After Hours", produced by Best Motion Pictures and performed in New Orleans. His work behind the scenes continues to support emerging talent through his mentorship and coaching programs for aspiring actors.
Over the course of his career, Trazi Lashawn has shared the screen with a range of talented performers, including Lucas Black, Niece Nash, Taron Egerton, Paul Walter Hauser, Omar Gooding, Erica Hubbard, Gregory Alan Williams, Harold Perrineau and the late Tommy Ford, further cementing his place among today's most versatile actors.
To stay connected with his latest projects, you can visit Trazi Lashawn's IMDb page or follow him on Instagram @trazilashawn
