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Shannon Thornton
American actress (born 1987) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Shannon Thornton (born July 24, 1987)[1] is an American actress best known for her role as Keyshawn on the Starz series P-Valley (2020–present). She won a Gracie Allen Award and a Women's Image Network Award for her performance.
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Life and career
Thornton was born and raised in Connecticut.[2] She has modeled for Creme of Nature and other Black hair care products.[3]
Thornton's first television acting role was on Blue Bloods in 2010. She also had recurring roles on Rise, Dynasty, and Power.[2][4] In 2020, she gained wider prominence as a lead cast member on the Starz drama series P-Valley, on which she portrays Keyshawn, a stripper in an abusive relationship.[5][6] [7] In 2022, she appeared in Future's music video "Love You Better."[8][9]
In 2024, Thornton appeared in the erotic thriller film Mea Culpa and later played the lead in the romantic drama film Joy Ridge, both directed by Tyler Perry.[10]
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Filmography
Film
Television
Music Videos
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Awards and nominations
For P-Valley
- 2021 – Winner, Gracie Allen Award, Actress in a Supporting Role - Drama[7]
- 2022 – Winner, Women's Image Network Award for Best Actress, Drama Series (for "White Knight")[11]
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