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Jean Elie

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Jean Elie
Actor Jean Elie as Yves Durand in S3E8 of American Crime
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Jean Elie, a prominent Haitian-American actor, gained widespread recognition for his standout portrayal of Ahmal in HBO's acclaimed comedy series, "Insecure." Beyond his success on the hit show, Elie has showcased his creative prowess by creating and starring in his "SendHelp" series, which is available for streaming on AMC's WatchAllblk platform. With a dynamic range, Elie has also captivated audiences with his performance as Stanley in Issa Rae's latest series, "RapShit." Through his diverse roles and creative ventures, Jean Elie continues to make a significant impact in the entertainment world by starting his production studio, Bassett House Pictures, providing a platform and community for up-and-coming filmmakers to showcase their work and receive resources on how to green light themselves.
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    Known for

    Issa Rae in Insecure (2016)
    Insecure
    8.1
    TV Series
    • Ahmal Dee
    The Rookie (2018)
    The Rookie
    8.0
    TV Series
    • Banks
    Aida Osman and KaMillion in Rap Sh!t (2022)
    Rap Sh!t
    6.6
    TV Series
    • Stanley
    Amin Joseph and Jean Elie in Send Help (2022)
    Send Help
    7.8
    TV Series
    • Fritz Jean-Baptiste
    • Fritz

    Credits

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    Actor



    • Thin Walls Project
      • Johnny
      • Post-production
      • Short
    • Savage Lands
      • Moe
      • Post-production



    • The Nights of Verona: A Romeo and Juliet Tale (2024)
      The Nights of Verona: A Romeo and Juliet Tale
      Short
      • Mercutio
      • 2024
    • The Rookie (2018)
      The Rookie
      8.0
      TV Series
      • Banks
      • 2024
    • Aida Osman and KaMillion in Rap Sh!t (2022)
      Rap Sh!t
      6.6
      TV Series
      • Stanley
      • 2022–2023
    • Marilyn Dodds Frank, Lauren Lapkus, Jean Elie, Nora Fiffer, Jessie Holder Tourtellotte, Carrie Coon, and Quinn Nicholson in Another Happy Day (2023)
      Another Happy Day
      5.2
      • Lucien
      • 2023
    • Amin Joseph and Jean Elie in Send Help (2022)
      Send Help
      7.8
      TV Series
      • Fritz Jean-Baptiste
      • 2022
    • Issa Rae in Insecure (2016)
      Insecure
      8.1
      TV Series
      • Ahmal Dee
      • 2017–2021
    • Jaden Michael and Colin Kaepernick in Colin in Black & White (2021)
      Colin in Black & White
      6.2
      TV Mini Series
      • Reggie
      • 2021
    • Camaron Engels and Francesca Noel in R#J (2021)
      R#J
      6.6
      • Taz
      • 2021
    • Justin Willman in Justin & Jill's Drunk History: The Birth Story (2019)
      Justin & Jill's Drunk History: The Birth Story
      Short
      • Regular Doctor
      • 2019
    • Aydrea Walden in Black Girl in a Big Dress (2017)
      Black Girl in a Big Dress
      9.0
      TV Series
      • Troy
      • 2019
    • BET Her Presents: The Waiting Room (2019)
      BET Her Presents: The Waiting Room
      8.8
      TV Series
      • Wes
      • 2019
    • The Waiting Room (2019)
      The Waiting Room
      • Wes
      • 2019
    • Throwback Holiday (2018)
      Throwback Holiday
      6.1
      • Daniel
      • 2018
    • Lin Shaye, Tony Todd, Michael Welch, and Spencer Locke in The Final Wish (2018)
      The Final Wish
      4.3
      • Tyrone
      • 2018
    • Detour (2018)
      Detour
      Short
      • Nate
      • 2018

    Writer



    • Amin Joseph and Jean Elie in Send Help (2022)
      Send Help
      7.8
      TV Series
      • writer
      • 2022
    • Magic for Humans (2018)
      Magic for Humans
      7.2
      TV Series
      • writer
      • 2019–2020
    • Mia
      Short
      • writer
      • 2014
    • Parental Control
      Video
      • Writer
      • 2012
    • Aww State: Popeye
      Video
      • Writer
      • 2011

    Producer



    • Thin Walls Project
      • executive producer
      • Post-production
      • Short



    • Amin Joseph and Jean Elie in Send Help (2022)
      Send Help
      7.8
      TV Series
      • executive producer
      • 2022
    • 410 Stamped (2020)
      410 Stamped
      Short
      • producer
      • 2020
    • A Gentleman Always
      Short
      • producer
      • 2015
    • Mia
      Short
      • executive producer
      • 2014
    • Parental Control
      Video
      • executive producer
      • 2012
    • Aww State: Popeye
      Video
      • executive producer
      • 2011

    Videos5

    Jean Elie as Stanley inRapSh!t
    Demo Reel 1:08
    Jean Elie as Stanley inRapSh!t
    Jean Elie as Yves Durand in American Crime
    Demo Reel 0:33
    Jean Elie as Yves Durand in American Crime
    Jean Elie as Yves Durand in American Crime
    Demo Reel 0:33
    Jean Elie as Yves Durand in American Crime
    Jean Elie as Fritz in Send|Help
    Demo Reel 0:50
    Jean Elie as Fritz in Send|Help
    Jean Elie as Ahmal Dee in Insecure
    Demo Reel 1:08
    Jean Elie as Ahmal Dee in Insecure
    Jean Elie as Banks in The Rookie
    Demo Reel 0:59
    Jean Elie as Banks in The Rookie

    Personal details

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    • Official site
      • Jean Elie Official Website
    • Alternative name
      • Jéan Elie
    • Height
      • 5′ 9″ (1.75 m)
    • Spouse
      • Randall BaileySeptember 24, 2023 - ?
    • Publicity listings
      • 4 Interviews
      • 3 Articles

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