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American actress and political activist Ashley Judd was born Ashley Tyler Ciminella on April 19, 1968, in Granada Hills, California. She grew up in a family of successful performing artists as the daughter of country music singer Naomi Judd and the sister of Wynonna Judd. While she is best known for an ongoing acting career spanning more than two decades, she has increasingly become involved in global humanitarian efforts and political activism.

Kohl Sudduth was born on August 8, 1974, in Granada Hills, California, and grew up in Circleville, Ohio. He earned a B.A. in English at Ohio University before moving to New York City at age 21 to pursue an acting career. After gaining experience in a handful of films, he landed a supporting role in Bowfinger (1999) starring Steve Martin and Eddie Murphy. He then went on to play a series regular in Darren Star's critically acclaimed Grosse Pointe (2000).

Brother of Third Watch (1999) star Skipp Sudduth, he has appeared regularly on stage in New York, including Richard Greenberg's multiple Tony Award-winning "Take Me Out" and "The Last Days of Judas Iscariot" starring Sam Rockwell and directed by Philip Seymour Hoffman.

Jaydon McCrary (born July 18, 2007) is an American singer, dancer and actor. He is currently starring in The Paynes as Kenny Payne on the Oprah Winfrey Network. He starred in 2019's The Lion King as the voice of young Simba. He is signed to Hollywood Records and released his first extended play Shine, in April 2019.

McCrary began his acting career in 2015 at age 8 on K.C. Undercover, where he appeared on two episodes. In December 2016, he made a guest appearance on Childish Gambino's song "Terrified". He then had live performances on Little Big Shots singing The Jackson 5's "I Want You Back", The Ellen Show singing "Who's Lovin' You", and the 60th Annual Grammy Awards to support Childish Gambino's "Terrified". In December 2017, he sang the national anthem before a Los Angeles Clippers game after a viral singing display a few weeks prior. In 2017, he later appeared on I'm Dying Up Here and Teachers as minor roles.

On January 14, 2018 he released his first official single called "Inviting All of You". On August 13, 2018, it was announced that JD McCrary became the youngest artist to sign with Disney Music Group's Hollywood Records, as he released the music video to his second single "My Name" on August 28. On January 24, 2019, he released the first single after signing to the label called "Keep in Touch."

In 2019, McCrary co-starred in the Universal comedy film Little, and provided the voice of young Simba in the live action remake of the Disney film The Lion King. McCrary said that "Donald Glover (who voices adult Simba) is so talented that actually did have to take it into consideration, because if Simba is going to grow up to be some sort of figure and you know of it, you have to keep that motive." Also that year, McCrary also portrays a young Michael Jackson in the BET series American Soul, which premiered in February. On April 19, McCrary released his debut EP, Shine, which includes production from Jermaine Dupri and Bryan-Michael Cox.

Ty Miller was born on 26 September 1964 in Granada Hills, California, USA. He is an actor and director, known for Trancers 5: Sudden Deth (1994), Trancers 4: Jack of Swords (1994) and Without a Trace (2002).

Lesley Aletter was brought up in the entertainment business with acting parents, mother Lee Meriwether and father Frank Aletter. She of course tried to follow in her parents footsteps but it seemed that she didn't find it comfortable being in front of the camera, at least for the acting part. But being on sets her whole life with her mother, from TV shows like Barnaby Jones (1973) and Star Trek (1966), and the movie Batman: The Movie (1966), it instilled the ways of how to perform and create, in and around movie sets. Having stunt doubled the likes of Sigourney Weaver, Lucy Lawless, Minnie Driver, Brooke Shields, to name a few, she couldn't ask for a better job than being a stunt-woman. She now serves as Co Governor for the Stunt Peer Group of the Television Academy.

Mitchell Jarvis was born in Granada Hills, CA, and raised in Burnsville, MN. The son of Gary and Jennifer Jarvis. He has two sisters; Rachel and Amanda. The family toured through Mitchell's childhood as a musical act known as; The Jarvis Family. With an eye on the Broadway stage he studied theatre at the Carnegie Mellon School of Drama in Pittsburgh, PA (class of 2002). He worked his way into the New York theatre scene over the course of the next decade making a splash as Lonny the narrator in the Original Broadway company of "Rock of Ages". Mitchell is a film maker, and an accomplished singer.

Mike Hartsfield is an actor, producer, editor, musician & music producer born in Granada Hills, California. His father Billy was an engineer designing radar systems for battleships while his mother Sarah was the first female president of Little League Baseball. Mike and grew up in the nearby Santa Clarita Valley. He has been married to Lindy Hartsfield since February 6, 2006

Chantz Simpson was born and raised in Los Angeles, CA. He grew up being a dancer like his mother, mainly studying Hip Hop dance and also training in martial arts and gymnastics. He went to the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts to study theatre. There he found his passion for screen acting, musical theatre, rapping and singing. After being cast in "Grace"(abc pilot) with Carrie Ann Inaba, he continued to work on shows such as "Awkward", "The Thundermans", and "Grey's Anatomy". Chantz continues to train and evolve as an actor, and performer.

Joe Chacon was born and raised in the San Fernando valley, CA; in a rough area were gangs were a problem. His father made sure he stayed away from gangs and trouble by keeping him active in sports and the martial arts all throughout his child, adolescence and young adulthood. He taught him that hard work and responsibility will take you far in life. Joe had plenty of role models to look up to through immediate relatives due to the fact that his Aunts and uncles were all professionals. Joe was always an expressive and artistic individual growing up.

In his early adult years, Joe had a promising career in the united states Air Force as a Fighter pilot, it's all he ever thought and dreamed of since his childhood. Right after high school, he was accepted and Attended the Air Force ROTC program at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) and under went his training and transition from civilian to military personnel . In hopes to become a fighter pilot. But despite his desire to be a fighter pilot there was still an itch of his artistic abilities to be scratched, for some reason he felt the military lifestyle wasn't his purpose in life. Losing his eyesight was the lick of the envelope that sealed the deal to alter his career endeavors; due to the reason that to qualify as pilot you need 20/20 vision.

Joe turned all energy and discipline to his artistic and expressive characteristics after the upsetting news of not being able to further pursue his military career . After much debate with his father, Joe knew that his other burning desire as an actor was not possible living under the same household. Being diligent and passionate about the craft of acting, Joe started studying the art of acting, later on booking co-starring roles on FX network's hit drama show "The Shield", several National commercials for: " Project Safe Neighborhood, K-Swiss Shoes and Miller Lite beer". He then landed a role in Nick Broomfield's controversial Iraq War Docudrama "Battle For Haditha", where he filmed in Amman, Jordan over in the middle east.

Ryann Shannon was born on 14 October 1993 in Granada Hills, California, USA. She is a writer and director, known for Adventure Time: Fionna & Cake (2023), OK K.O.! Let's Be Heroes: Carol (2016) and OK K.O.! Let's Be Heroes: Boxmore Infomercial (2017).

Patrick Seery was born on 20 June 1982 in Granada Hills, California, USA. He is known for Kid Cosmic (2021), Adventure Time (2010) and Bee and PuppyCat (2013).

Born and raised in Los Angeles, Jeff's proximity to the film industry sparked his passion for photography at a young age. He honed his skills as a photographer and worked as a props assistant and armorer, gaining hands-on experience in the entertainment industry.

In 2004, he joined the United States Army and deployed to Ramadi, Iraq as a designated marksman and team leader with the 101st Airborne. Upon his return, he resumed his work in the entertainment industry as a union prop master and armorer.

With a love for filmmaking, Jeff founded Echosworld, a production company, establishing himself as a highly sought-after producer and cinematographer. He has collaborated with top artists such as Nipsey Hussle, The Game, Ty Dolla, Snoop Dogg, and others, shooting over 80 music videos.

In addition to his music video work, Jeff also produces, shoots, and develops commercials, shorts, and feature films, including "Mayberry Avenue," "Navy Seals vs. Zombies," and "Invasion." He is also dedicated to giving back to the veteran community, helping veterans break into the motion picture industry as actors, producers, and directors.

Rick was introduced to the technical side of film and television production at an early age at his father's studio in Hollywood. In his teens he became proficient as an editor and cameraman, working on a wide range of projects. After attending film school at USC, he ventured into the world of independent filmmaking and has been producing films under his "Hip Films" banner since. He also directed and produced a number of television series including "Close Up" for TV Guide Network, and revisits of his father's "Hollywood Backstage" series for AMC, "High Road to Danger" for Red Bull and "The Open Road" Americana documentary series.

In 2014 Spalla produced the documentary feature "And the Oscar Goes to..." in conjunction with the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and Telling Pictures. Spalla is currently developing the feature film "Zeppelin Rising" which explores the early days of iconic guitarist Jimmy Page and the subsequent formation of the band Led Zeppelin. Other current projects include the family-adventure film "The Treasure of Pirate's Cove" (Director) and sci-fi thriller series "Shelter Cove" (Producer/Director) and family feature "The Last Thunderbird" (Director/Producer).

Nestor Tapia is a Mexican American Actor/Director/Cinematographer. He was born in Granada Hills, CA on February 9, 1982. He started acting at the age of 16 while attending Polytechnic High School in Sun Valley. He came out in several stage plays such as Romeo and Juliet and West Side Story. He attended CSUN where he studied Cinema, Television, Arts. Nestor started working as a PA in several short films where he fell in love with the art of filmmaking. In 2007 he attended Westwood College of Technology to study Animation and Editing, earning a BS in Animation. Nestor has directed various projects from Music vlogs, promo videos, music videos, and live events. He writes, acts, and films short form comedy sketches for YouTube and Instagram.

Maria Jorjezian is a Director and Producer who has Produced two features, including the film "6:45". In addition to her feature work, she has also directed award-winning music videos and short films, as well as a commercial. Beyond her work in film, Maria has also worked in theatre as an assistant director, production designer, and stage manager. Maria's educational background includes a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing and a Minor in Film and Animation from Woodbury University.

Finally, as the owner and director of the Jorjezian Film Festival, she is dedicated to promoting and celebrating the work of talented filmmakers from around the world. But that's not all - she has many exciting projects in development, including more feature films, podcasts, and events!

An award winning documentary editor and filmmaker, Seth M. Shulman grew up in a home video household and it was only a matter of time before he would look into the viewfinder himself.

His work has aired nationally for CBS, ABC and PBS. It has screened at the American Film Institute, Panavision, the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, American Cinematheque and film festivals worldwide. He has collaborated with institutions including NBA Cares, HooplaHa, the Art Deco Society of Los Angeles, PBS and the Fillmore Jazz Festival in San Francisco.

He has propelled several documentaries such as "The Oviatt Building", the self titled historical documentary detailing the first Art Deco jewel of Los Angeles with historian Marc Chevalier, the award winning documentary "Walking in my Sleep", a vivid poetic telling of author Michael C. Cooney's experiences growing up with Cerebral Palsy and producer Joey Travolta's award winning documentary "Lights, Camera, Independence", which follows five individuals with developmental disabilities as they work as film crew while traveling for the first time.

Always with a camera in hand, Seth continues to guide audiences through his dynamically driven approach to storytelling.

Len Smith was born on 9 September 1962 in Granada Hills, Los Angeles, California, USA. He is an actor, known for Who Framed Roger Rabbit (1988), Bonkers (1993) and Mikey & Miguel.

Jason Griffiths was born on 15 September 1977 in Granada Hills, Los Angeles, California, USA. Jason is known for Iron Man (2008), Land of the Lost (2009) and xXx: State of the Union (2005).

Craig Herbert Hammill was born on July 29th, 1977 in Los Angeles, California. Born to a Catholic mother and a Jewish father, who later divorced and went on to marry different spouses, Hammill is one of seven siblings when all the families are combined. Hammill wrote articles on teen life for the Los Angeles Times while attending Laguna Beach High School and lived, for a time, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia when he was 15 and 16 on a scholarship.

Hammill received his B.A. and M.F.A. at USC's School of Cinematic Arts. He spent a half-year at the Czech Republic's famed film school, FAMU, studying with Jiri Menzel, director of the Academy-Award winning 1966 Czech film, Closely Watched Trains.

While at USC, Hammill was also mentored by Mean Streets and Raging Bull screenwriter, Mardik Martin, who helped Hammill with his screenwriting.

Hammill's short film as writer/director, The Cleats of Imminent Doom, about soccer parents and soccer kids, played in festivals internationally before being bought and distributed on television by IFC in 2006.

Hammill has gone on to direct commercials for the San Diego Chargers' charities, documentaries, including one in El Salvador, educational webisode series, and worked as a camera operator for Academy-award winning cinematographer, Haskell Wexler, shortly before Wexler's passing.

Oscar J. Flores was born on 5 May 1976 in Granada Hills, California, USA. He is known for Killers (2010), Rampage (2018) and Sabotage (2014).

Lindsey Sjoberg was born on 6 February 1983 in Granada Hills, Los Angeles, California, USA. She is an art director, known for Edge of Darkness (2010), Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) and The 40-Year-Old Virgin (2005).

Tim Beckett was born on 21 June 1973 in Granada Hills, California, USA. Tim is an art director and cinematographer, known for Hatchet (2006), Hatchet II (2010) and Children of War (2009).

Topiltzin Romero was born on 17 February 1975 in Granada Hills, California, USA. Topiltzin is known for The One and Only Ivan (2020), Splash and Bubbles (2016) and Word Party (2016). Topiltzin was married to Cindy. Topiltzin died on 14 May 2023 in Sylmar, California, USA.

Manny Fernandez was born on 14 September 1981 in Granada Hills, California, USA. He is known for Perception (2012), Chaos (2011) and The Lost Room (2006).

Ted Popson was born on 10 September 1966 in Granada Hills, California, USA.