Essence Atkins, an American actress who has been in some of the most notable television shows and movies, was born on Feb. 7, 1972, in Brooklyn, N.Y. She has had notable roles in “Family Matters ...

Essence Atkins is no stranger to the sitcom world, and working alongside the legendary comedian family, the Wayans, is not a foreign concept to her either. This time, she’s working with Damon ...

"We've always shown up in support of one another," the actress tells PEOPLE of their nearly 30-year relationship Variety via Getty Essence Atkins has nothing but love and respect for the Wayans.

Essence Atkins is getting into the holiday spirit this ... “Thanksgiving used to be my favorite holiday and then my son was born. But I love the holidays. I love the pause, the collective ...

Essence Atkins has nothing but love and respect for the Wayans. In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE about her newly released BET+ original holiday film Queens of Christmas, the actress ...

Essence Atkins is getting into the holiday spirit this season ... Further reflecting on her life, Atkins told PEOPLE, “Thanksgiving used to be my favorite holiday and then my son was born. But I love ...