LisaRaye McCoy

LisaRaye McCoy, born on September 23, 1967, in Chicago, Illinois, is an American actress, model, fashion designer, and businesswoman. She is widely recognized for her role as Diana "Diamond" Armstrong in the 1998 film The Players Club, directed and written by Ice Cube, as well as for her portrayal of Neesee James on the UPN/The CW sitcom All of Us from 2003 to 2007 and Keisha Greene in the VH1 romantic comedy series Single Ladies, which aired from 2011 to 2015.

She began her acting career with the lead role in the independent film Reasons (1996). She appeared in guest roles on television shows such as Martin and In the House, and gained early attention with her memorable role in Tupac Shakur's final music video. Her performance in The Players Club was a breakout, establishing her presence in Hollywood.

In addition to acting, she has appeared in numerous music videos for artists including Lil' Kim, Ludacris, Ginuwine, and Tupac Shakur. She has also recorded music, notably the single "Would You?" with rapper Benzino. Beyond entertainment, she is a successful entrepreneur who launched two fashion lines in 2005: Luxe & Romance, a lingerie line introduced during New York Fashion Week, and Xraye, a denim line for women.