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The actress Essence Atkins was born on February 7, 1972. She has appeared on television shows "The Cosby Show" and the WB's "Smart Guy." Essence's movie credits include "How High" and "Deliver Us From Eva."
Actress Essence Atkins began appearing onscreen in the late '80s, with small appearances on shows like Saved By the Bell and The Cosby Show. She would go on to land a series of starring roles on short-lived series throughout the '90s like Under One Roof and Smart Guy before finding lasting success with a starring role on the comedy series Half and Half, which she stayed with from 2002 to 2006. After the show ended its run, Atkins made a number of appearances in movies like Love for Sale and Dance Flick. Cammila Albertson, All Movie Guide

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