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Keegan-Michael Key was born in Southfield, Michigan and raised in Detroit. He was adopted as a child by a black father and a white mother. In 1989, he graduated from Shrine Catholic High School in Royal Oak, Michigan. Key attended the University of Detroit Mercy as an undergraduate and earned his Master of Fine Arts in Theater at Pennsylvania State University. While at The University of Detroit Mercy, he was a brother of Phi Kappa Theta.

Throughout her diverse career, Selma Blair has been one of the most versatile and exciting actresses on screen. Blair's longstanding career began with her comedic roles in pop culture classics in the early 2000s. Blair has worked with an array of acclaimed directors including Guillermo del Toro and Todd Solodnz, to name a few. Additionally, Blair was named one of Time Magazine's Person of The Year in 2017 as one of their Silence Breakers.

Upcoming, Blair will be seen as the subject of the documentary, Introducing, Selma Blair, which premiered to rave reviews at the 2021 SXSW Festival. At the festival, the feature won the Special Jury Recognition for Exceptional Intimacy in Storytelling. Following SXSW, DEADLINE wrote "Selma Blair's unflinching and raw vulnerability in Introducing, Selma Blair, coupled with director Rachel Fleit's almost voyeuristic chronicling of her MS diagnosis, invites us not just to feel empathy for the star. More than that, it invites us into her fight, prompting anyone watching to feel joined with her in battle." The documentary, which reveals Blair's intimate and raw journey with Multiple Sclerosis, was acquired by Discovery+ and is slated for release in Fall 2021.

Previously, Blair starred in the comedy/horror thriller Mom and Dad, alongside Nicholas Cage. The film, which follows a teenage girl and her younger brother as they must survive a wild 24 hours during which a mass hysteria of unknown origin causes parents to turn violently on their own kids. The film premiered at the 2017 Toronto International Film Festival and later screened at the 2017 Sitges Film Festival and the 2017 Molins Film Festival, where it was nominated for the Jury Prize for Best Film and the Audience Award for Best Films. VARIETY critic Dennis Harvey wrote "She [Blair] covers a gamut from bittersweet sympathy to farce to monstrousness, running amok like a cat on piano keys, yet hitting each note perfectly. "Mom & Dad" isn't the kind of movie they give acting awards to - but in a just world, it would be."

On television, Blair was recently seen co-starring as "Kris Jenner" in FX's The People vs. OJ Simpson: American Crime Story for Ryan Murphy.

Blair also starred in Todd Solodnz's Dark Horse in 2011 as Miranda (formerly 'Vi'), alongside Christopher Walken and Mia Farrow. The film debuted at the Venice Film Festival and was later released by Virgil Films & Entertainment. Blair also starred in Todd Solodnz's Storytelling in 2001.

In 2008, Blair reprised her role as Liz Sherman in Guillermo del Toro's Hellboy II: The Golden Army, after starring in the original Hellboy in 2004 (also directed by del Toro).

Blair is perhaps best well known for her scene stealing performance as 'Vivian Kesington' in MGM's hit Romantic comedy Legally Blonde, alongside Reese Witherspoon. The film was nominated in 2002 for a Golden Globe Award in the category of Best Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy.

In 1999, Blair played the role of Cecile Caldwell in Cruel Intentions, alongside Reese Witherspoon, Sarah Michelle Gellar, and Ryan Phillippe. Columbia Pictures released the film, which was directed by Roger Kumble.

Other film credits include the YA film After (2019) and its sequel, After We Collided (2020), based on the popular romance novels of the same name. Blair also starred in Robert Benton's Feast of Love in 2007, and John Water's A Dirty Shame in 2004. In 2002, Blair reconnected with her Cruel Intentions director Roger Kumble in The Sweetest Thing for Columbia Pictures, alongside Cameron Diaz, Christina Applegate, and Jason Bateman.

Blair also starred on television as 'Kim' on Kath & Kim for NBC from 2008-2009, opposite Molly Shannon. Blair has made memorable guest star appearances including Friends, Another Life, Heathers, Portlandia and Web Therapy.

On stage, Blair starred in the World Premiere production of Rajiv Joseph's Gruesome Playground Injuries at The Alley Theater and was nominated for a Grammy Award for "Best Spoken Word Recording" for her reading of The Diary of Anne Frank.

Blair currently resides in Los Angeles.

Warren Zide is a prolific American film producer, having produced 26 feature films and collectively earned over $1.9 billion at the box office.

Warren has made remarkable contributions to cinema, spanning various genres, stories, and characters. Zide's journey began in the mail room of New Line Cinema before he transitioned to International Creative Management, where as an assistant, he brought to the agency esteemed clients director Robert Rodriguez ("Sin City," "The Spy Kids" franchise, "Desperado") and screenwriter Gregory Allen Howard ("Rosewood," "Remember the Titans"). Warren then left to start Zide/Perry, the first company ever to represent screenplay writers, creating an entire industry that endures today.

Widely recognized for creating the iconic franchises "American Pie" and "Final Destination," Warren Zide captivated global audiences and influenced a new generation of filmmakers with their innovations in the comedy and horror genres. Fade-In magazine named Warren one of the "Top Ten People In Hollywood You Need To Know."

In the first half of 2024, Warren has two movies slated for production: Final Destination 6 and Flight 298.

Warren's ability to recognize talent and nurture creative projects has kept a lasting impact on Hollywood. If you're curious about film and literary management, Warren Zide's current career is an inspiring example of what persistence and a keen eye for talent will achieve. His legacy extends to the writers whose careers he ignited.

Jennifer Laura Thompson was born on 5 December 1969 in Southfield, Michigan, USA. She is an actress, known for Person of Interest (2011), Company (2011) and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999). She has been married to John since 1999. They have one child.

Andrew Wert was born on 11 August 1968 in Southfield, Michigan, USA. He is an actor, known for Mortal Kombat (1995), Borderlands (2024) and Contraband (2012). He has been married to Angela since 1 January 1994. They have four children.

Roya Megnot was born on 29 May 1962 in Southfield, Michigan, USA. She was an actress, known for Loving (1983), Quantum Leap (1989) and MacGyver (1985). She was married to Joel. She died on 10 May 2009 in Beverly Hills, California, USA.

Joe Santoni was born on 31 October 1990 in Southfield, Michigan, USA. He is an actor, known for The Nun (2018), Descendants: The Rise of Red (2024) and Cars on the Road (2022).

Brian Katz was born on 9 July 1980 in Southfield, Michigan, USA. He is a producer and production manager, known for Hellfire, Mafia Wars (2024) and Share? (2023).

Mike Posner was born on 12 February 1988 in Southfield, Michigan, USA. He is an actor and composer, known for Just Go with It (2011), Sing 2 (2021) and Criminal Minds (2005).

Multiple Telly Award winning Director Michael B. Chait found mainstream success with his first feature film Wolf Hound (2022). Acquired and distributed by Lionsgate and their Grindstone Entertainment Group, the film was given a limited theatrical release in the U.S. and Canada and was a VOD hit, consistently ranking in the top 20 new film releases on Amazon for more than two months after its premiere, in addition to remarkably robust international territory sales.

Following the success that indie action hit Wolf Hound (2022) provided as proof of concept, Chait piqued the interest of Lionsgate executives, and is in discussions about his next feature film project.

Chait began his career Directing commercials for clients including Volkswagen, Honda, Falcon Motorsports, The Yankee Air Museum, The U.S. Air Force/Air National Guard, Lingenfelter Performance Engineering, and music videos for artists including James Maslow of Big Time Rush, Apl.de.Ap of The Black Eyed Peas, and more.

First inspired to become a Director at the age of 12, the determined Detroit native went on to graduate with a BA in Film/Video from Columbia College Chicago. During his time in Chicago, Chait solidified relationships with fellow future filmmakers who would go on to be his collaborative partners in Wolf Hound (2022).

Tony Leech was born on 28 May 1968 in Southfield, Michigan, USA. He is a writer and editor, known for Hoodwinked! (2005), Escape from Planet Earth (2012) and Variant (2020).

D.B. Dickerson was born in Southfield, Michigan, USA. He is known for Real Steel (2011), Cupid's Christmas (2022) and Moontrap: Target Earth (2017).

Ingrid Andress was born on 21 September 1991 in Southfield, Michigan, USA. She is a music artist and actress, known for Promising Young Woman (2020), Birds of Prey and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn (2020) and Ingrid Andress: Lady Like (2019).

David Floyd was born on 10 February 1960 in Southfield, Michigan, USA. He is a producer and writer, known for Weakest Link (2001), Thumb Wars: The Phantom Cuticle (1999) and The Moment of Truth (2008).

Billy Whitehouse was born on 5 April 1970 in Southfield, Michigan, USA. He is an actor and casting director, known for Bad to the Bone (2011), Literally (2008) and Devil's Night: Dawn of the Nain Rouge (2020).

Rachel Sorsa graduated from The University of Michigan with a BA in Theatre through the School of Literature and Science and The School of Music. After earning her MA in Theatre at Michigan State University and exemplary doctoral program at The University of Texas in Theatre History and Criticism, she dedicated her life to performance. Her early influences came from the playwrights of the time, Dan Dietz, particularly, who made it known how their love of the art could only be known through practice. She moved to Atlanta and was discovered by Robert J. Farley, who immediately made her a muse and theatre star. Again, her love and alliances with playwrights led to over 20 successful productions in only 4 years, and a close relationship with Topher Payne. From there, she moved to Los Angeles and created her own band, Rachel Sorsa Band, released their album, SISU, that made a splash in the jazz scene and maintained a residency at the world-renowned jazz club The Baked Potato, while building her credits in the Los Angeles theatre, film, voiceover and television scene, becoming a 3-time Ovation nominee; 5-time BroadwayWorld nominee; and 5-time Scenie winner. She has excelled in creating characters in world premieres in LA through close relationships with playwrights Del Shores, Nick Salamone and Boni B. Alvarez. Her voice work can be heard on multiple shows for Netflix, Amazon, MAX, and Disney +. Throughout her career she has worked prolifically teaching theatre arts and music to children, particularly the underserved, and at risk, and feels this is her greatest accomplishment.

Jennifer Champagne is a multi-award winning filmmaker with 20 years of experience in digital effects, film production and writing.

Jennifer owns Milake Pictures, a film production company and was recently nominated for a 2015 Regional Emmy Award. She was also co-owner of Max Ink Productions and the multi-Emmy Award Winning animation and VFX house Max Ink Cafe with Emmy Award Winning VFX Supervisor Todd Sheridan Perry.

Jennifer's film experience ranges from Visual Effects (Jeepers Creepers (2001), NCIS (2003), The X-Files (1993)) to Live Action (Border (2007), The Anatomy of a Great Deception (2014)). Her Multi-Award Winning feature documentary, Border, explores border security and immigration within the United States. She Produced the film and Directed the second unit interviews. An important political film that the New York Times called, "A visual expose..."

In addition to producing moving pictures and blowing things up one pixel at a time, as an accomplished features writer and visual effects trade press writer, Champagne has contributed articles on Elmore Leonard with John Travolta and Graham Yost, Michael Imperioli, John Gaeta, John Kricfalusi, Hoyt Yeatman, Yas Takata, Janet Mock, Dream Hampton, Jaime Ray Newman and MoZella (to name a few) for trades such as Millimeter Magazine, Visual Magic, DCC, Digital Media Net (bi-weekly column), Animation Magazine, AWN, Detroit Live Magazine, Interactivity Magazine (monthly column), National Rock Review, National Country Review, Ambassador Magazine. Jennifer recently penned feature articles on and The Walking Dead's Steven Yeun with Greg Nicotero, the latter of which made the cover story for Ambassador Magazine's January Issue.

As a former Adjunct Professor at Madonna University, Jennifer taught the fourth year film class. In her first year of teaching - she guided her 2011 students to three Student Emmy Nominations, one 2012 Student Emmy Award and a 2012 Detroit Music Award Nomination, a first in the five year history of the Capstone Film Class. The 2012 class won a 2013 Detroit Music Award and three 2013 Student Emmy Awards out of nine nominations. 2013 won a 2014 Detroit Music Award and a 2014 Student Emmy Awards out of five nominations. These combined classes garnered over 40 awards and nominations.

Through Capstone Jennifer has found a passion for education young filmmakers and teaching them the skills necessary to succeed in the film and television industry.

Randin Brown was born on 10 June 1984 in Southfield, Michigan, USA. She is an assistant director and production manager, known for Armored (2009), Destroyer (2018) and Transformers: Dark of the Moon (2011).

Zach Smith was born in Southfield, Michigan, USA. He is known for Vageryville (2009), We Lost Our Human (2023) and Brickleberry (2012).

Shawn Shaman was born on 17 November 1984 in Southfield, Michigan, USA. Shawn is a director, known for The Flash (2023), Real Steel (2011) and The Batman (2022). Shawn has been married to Ranah Shaman since 5 August 2007.

Nicole Barley was born on 28 January 1986 in Southfield, Michigan, USA. She is an actress, known for Meet Monica Velour (2010), Gathered Today (2019) and The Brothers Garcia (2000). She has been married to Matthew Barley since 15 June 2007.

Pilar Fort was born in Southfield, Michigan, USA. She is known for Ahead of the Game (2003) and The Road from Erebus (2000).

Colette Nelson was born on 5 April 1974 in Southfield, Michigan, USA. She is an actress, known for Dropout (2006), Exposing the Order of the Serpentine (2006) and Desert Sound Colony: I Get Fixed (2014).

Misty is from the Metro Detroit area. She is an actress, writer, singer, producer and director for the local indie film scene.

She is active in the fan film realm and stars in, produces and directs a local Star Trek series called Star Trek: Osiris. She has also appeared in a Firefly fan film. She started her own film production company called Fangirl Films.

After the announcement of new Star Wars films in 2012, she created the website putmeinstarwars.com.

Dennis Leech was born on 9 February 1972 in Southfield, Michigan, USA. He is an actor and writer, known for Hoodwinked! (2005), Chillicothe (1999) and Jeffie Was Here (2010).