Annette Pinder

Actress / Director / Model / Author. Annette's interest in acting surfaced at a young age. After singing and dancing in school productions and church plays, her passion for entertainment expanded over time. Her first television debut came in the late 90's when she was cast as a dancer in " The Playaz Club." A television variety show that included celebrity interviews with such stars as Jay Leno. It aired on WB channel 17 in Philadelphia, Pa. At the age of 15, Annette began to enter Beauty Contests. Taking home the prize of first runner - up in " Miss Black Hemisphere Beauty Pageant." In 2019, she did a photo shoot - modeling designer wear by Gustabyvictoria who has a partnership with Macy's Department Store. An avid reader. Annette began to write poems; which led to her entering numerous poetry contests. Winning her " The Editors Choice Award," six times by The National Library of Poetry. Her work of published poems can be found in " America at the Millennium," " East of the Sunrise," and " Best Poems of the 90's." In 2015, she published her first book. " The Girl in the Yellow Mask." Which can be found on Amazon Prime books. Annette's second book " Twist of Fate," will be released in the summer of 2021. In 2008, Annette graduated from The New York Film Academy in Manhattan, NY for filmmaking. In 2009, she worked as an assistant director for the film The House of Malik. Starring Clifton Powell. Directed by Jesse Jackson Jr. In 2010, she directed " The Yvonne Kandi Show." Which was aired on PhillyCamTV. In 2014, she was cast in episode 1, season 1 of " The Book of Nimrod." Directed by Carla Morales. In 2015, she was cast for " Creed," and " Brotherly Love." In 2016, she resurfaced as an assistant director for the film " The North Star." Starring former Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Jeremiah Trotter. Directed by Thomas K. Phillips Annette has worked alongside some of the most recognizable and influential talents in the entertainment industry, such as - Lynn Whitfield, Keith David, John Diehl, Romeo Miller, Clifton Powell, and Peter Dante. Annette is also a long time member of PhillyCam. A community media center that teaches, creates, and distribute locally - produced media content on cable, FM radio, and online. She also studied acting techniques at Aikan Performing Arts Academy. Founded by actor, activist, and entrepreneur Nakia Dillard. It's clear, this actress's star is rising. As of the year 2021, she's already cast for the following productions. "The June Smith Story," By Tee Tunnell Harris. " End of The Line," By Randle Haley. " What's Good." By John Frisby. " Teardrops From a Family Portrait." By Rodney L. Cherry.