Lauren London

Lauren Nicole London (born December 5, 1984) is an American film and television actress. Beginning her career in music videos and later transitioning into film and television acting, London earned recognition for her performance in the film ATL as well as the television shows 90210 and Entourage. She currently stars as Kiera Whitaker on the BET Comedy-drama, The Game. Early life London was born in Los Angeles, to an African American mother and a Jewish father. After attending Palisades High School, London was home schooled, giving her time to audition for films, music videos and commercials. Career London has made appearances in music videos for artists such as Tyrese Gibson, Ludacris, Pharrell, and Snoop Dogg. Her breakout year came in 2006, where she made her television debut in the "Everybody Hates Funerals" episode of the sitcom Everybody Hates Chris. That same year, London landed her first film role as well, playing hip hop artist T.I.'s romantic lead in the film ATL. For her work, London was nominated for Best Supporting Actress at the year's Black Movie Awards. In 2007, London landed a role on the HBO comedy series Entourage, playing the character Turtle's (Jerry Ferrara) love interest. Later, based on her performance in ATL, London was given her role in 2007's This Christmas without having to audition. London, along with pop/R&B singers Cassie and Asia Nitollano, became one of the spokesmodels for the Sean John woman's collection in 2007. In 2008, London landed the role of the character Christina in the first season of the show 90210, originally thought to be a possible romantic interest of Tristan Wilds' character Dixon Wilson. London's next film role was the character Ivy in the 2009 release Next Day Air. That same year, she played the character Cammy Alcott in the Chris Columbus film I Love You Beth Cooper. London has appeared on the cover of such magazines as Jewel and King as well. Personal life London met Grammy award winning rapper Lil Wayne in 1998. Over the years, Lil Wayne has penned several songs about London including "Frontin Remix", "California Love", "Youngin Blues", and "Look at me Now"  On May 19, 2009, London announced, through her publicist, that she was pregnant by Wayne after weeks of speculation. On July 5, 2009, it was confirmed that London was expecting a baby boy. On August 18, 2009, during an interview with power 106, Lil Wayne confirmed that he was the father of London's baby. On September 9, 2009, London gave birth to a 7 lb 12oz baby boy named Cameron Carter. Lil Wayne was at her side the whole time. In May 2011, London opened up for the first time about her relationship with Lil Wayne, stating "I met Dwayne when I was 15 years old. I’ve known him a very long time, and we were in a relationship that didn’t make it. We tried more than once to revive it, and we were engaged briefly years ago, but we eventually parted ways. People see the “Lil Wayne” persona and think they know who he really is. My son’s father is an intelligent, loving and lovable person who will always be a dear friend. And that will never change. That is all.