Alexis Chikaeze is an American actress. She portrays Amina Simms in All American, starting from "The Next Episode".
Biography[]
A Texas native, Chikaeze is a true southern girl, shaped by the vast landscapes, dynamic communities, and the rich cultural traditions of the Lone Star State. As a young girl, visits to the history museums, rodeos, pageantry, the state fair, and the blooming of the bluebonnets instilled in her a deep appreciation for the complexities and charm of the South. Chikaeze's journey into the world of acting was profoundly influenced by her early involvement in the arts. She participated in numerous school and local theatre productions, taking on roles in plays from Annie and Wicked to Raisin in the Sun and Antigone.
At the age of 17, Chikaeze’s first professional role came about in Miss Juneteenth, starring opposite Nicole Beharie and Kendrick Sampson. Written and directed by Channing Godfrey Peoples, the film follows a former beauty queen and single mom who is preparing her rebellious teenage daughter for the Miss Juneteenth pageant. The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2020, and Chikaeze’s performance earned her a nomination for the 2021 Independent Spirit Awards.
After fully immersing herself in the study of acting, Chikaeze embarked on the path of higher education, beginning her studies at Howard University and Clark Atlanta University. She is now on the path to complete her degree at the University of Southern California (USC) while continuing to film All American. On television, Chikaeze can also be seen in Issa Rae’s Rap Sh!t.
