Born in New York and raised with her West Indian family in Trinidad, Karlie entered the entertainment arena at an early age..
Karlie Redd
American television personality
Karlie Redd (néeLewis; born April 15) born Keisha Lewis,[2] is an American television personality, rapper, model and actress.
She rose to prominence for appearing as a main cast member of VH1's reality showLove & Hip Hop: Atlanta since its premiere in June 2012.
My interview with @iamkarlieredd from @loveandhiphop is finally out!
Early life
Karlie (sometimes reported as "Keisha")[1][3] Lewis was born in New York City to a Trinidadian mother and African-American father. Redd's birthday is April 15, but her year of birth is disputed.[4][5][6] Redd spent her childhood between Trinidad and New York until returning to New York permanently at age 12.
For education, Redd attended The Harlem School of the Arts and Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.[7][8] Redd is a college graduate.[9]
Career
In 2001, Redd was cast in the movie Black Spring Break 2 where she was credited as Keisha "Karlie" Lewis.