In the hay days of Disney’s “Let It Shine,” the cast embodied the magic of youthful Black Excellence and shared dreams for longevity in the Entertainment Industry. Coco Jones, Tyler James Williams, Trevor Jackson, Chloe X, and Halle Bailey, captured our attention with their talents, setting the stage for long careers in the Entertainment Industry.
Coco Jones
Coco Jones is a powerhouse vocalist. She immediately captured the audience’s attention with her soulful voice and magnetic presence.
Post – “Let It Shine,” Jones continued to carve her path in the music industry, releasing singles that showcased her versatility and talent. Platinum Songs like ICU and her five Grammy Nominations speak to the hard foundation she laid during her “Let it Shine” days.
Today, she stands as a beacon of empowerment and the true embodiment of perseverance.
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Tyler James Williams
Tyler James Williams was not new to acting during “Let it Shine”, he transitioned seamlessly from the captivating role of Cyrus DeBarge.
Post – “Let It Shine,” his journey led him to diverse projects, including films like “The Wedding Year” in 2019 and the Hit Television show “Abbott Elementary” in 2021.
Williams embraced roles that challenged his acting chops, proving his versatility in both comedy and drama since his early days on “Everybody Hates Chris”.
Below is him with the “Abbott Elementary” Cast at the Sag Awards.
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Trevor Jackson
Trevor Jackson, who portrayed the sly Kris McDuffy, embarked on a multifaceted career post “Let it Shine”.
Post – “Let It Shine,” The Indiana Native has acted in films like “Superfly” and “Burning Sands”, and Television shows like “Austin and Ally”, “K.C Undercover” and “Freeform’s…
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