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COCOA BROWN stands out as one of the most gifted performers of this generation. Hailing from Newport News, Virginia, Farah Brown approaches her craft with intense passion and deep authenticity. When she takes the stage, her performance becomes an unstoppable force of nature. Drawing boldly from painful memories and hard-earned lessons, COCOA BROWN crafts humorous stories that uplift, challenge, and transform conventional comedy. What fuels the comedian, affectionately dubbed "The Truth" by female fans across the country? It is the resilience of a woman who has endured life's toughest trials and remains unshaken.
Currently, COCOA appears in the comedy documentary "Dying Laughing," available on Netflix, sharing the screen with stars like Jamie Foxx, Amy Schumer, Kevin Hart, and Jerry Seinfeld. She headlined Showtime’s acclaimed "Shaquille O'Neal: All-Star Comedy Jam" and starred in the highly praised FX series "American Crime Story: People v. OJ Simpson." She also had a recurring role on TV Land's "Soul Man" alongside Cedric "The Entertainer" and Niecy Nash, and played the beloved character "Jennifer" for six seasons on the #1 rated "Tyler Perry's For Better or Worse" on The Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN). COCOA BROWN’s extensive resume includes co-starring in the blockbuster "Ted 2" with Seth MacFarlane and Mark Wahlberg, working with Samuel L. Jackson in "Lakeview Terrace," and starring in "Tyler Perry's Single Mom’s Club." She has also co-hosted ABC Daytime’s "FABLife" and appeared on all three seasons of the popular talk show "The Real." Her comedy album, "One Funny Momma," is available on iTunes.
With a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination to her name, COCOA BROWN aims for an Oscar, an Emmy, and a Pulitzer Prize. A beloved, down-to-earth celebrity and proud single mother to her preschool-aged son Phoenix, she keeps audiences engaged with her unique "Cocoa-infused" humor. She has toured nationally as part of the "Mike Epps & Friends" comedy tour, captivating arenas with her creative writing, carefully crafted sets, ever-changing hairstyles, and bold fashion sense, which consistently earn enthusiastic standing ovations. Despite her remarkable success, Brown remains humble and focused.
COCOA BROWN shares, "I want audiences to connect with my story and, through that journey, discover their own. That’s my inspiration and my peace. I’m in a good place now—I’m finally learning to love myself and feel comfortable in my own skin. Most importantly, I’m not afraid to use my voice." This fearless, distinctive, and hilariously honest voice is sure to leave a lasting impact on the world.
