07/17/2026
🎬Actor... "Raq" Raising Kanan
Patina Miller is an actress and singer whose dynamic performances on stage and screen have established her as one of the entertainment industry's most accomplished talents.
Born on November 6, 1984, in Pageland, South Carolina, she studied musical theatre at Carnegie Mellon University before launching a career that earned widespread critical acclaim.
Miller rose to prominence starring as Deloris Van Cartier in the West End and Broadway productions of Sister Act, earning Olivier and Tony Award nominations.
She later won the 2013 Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical for her commanding performance as the Leading Player in the Broadway revival of Pippin.
Beyond the stage, Miller has built an impressive film and television career.
She portrayed Commander Paylor in The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 and Part 2, starred as Daisy Grant in the CBS political drama Madam Secretary, and gained further recognition for her powerful portrayal of Raquel "Raq" Thomas in the Starz crime drama Power Book III: Raising Kanan.
In recent years, she has also voiced Sera in the animated musical series Hazbin Hotel, further showcasing her versatility as both an actress and vocalist.
Celebrated for her commanding presence, emotional depth, and exceptional vocal ability, Miller continues to be a leading figure in theater, television, and film.
