Photo Credit: Getty Images
Lynn Whitfield won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series or Movie and received a Golden Globe Award nomination for her performance as Josephine Baker in the HBO biographical drama film "The Josephine Baker Story" (1991).
Last Updated: June 9, 2021
This page uses material from the Wikipedia article "Lynn Whitfield" (contributors) which is released under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share-Alike License 3.0.
Aptly titled "Shefik presents Invocation", the nationally syndicated radio show is a mesmerizing and thought-provoking journey through musical discovery and appreciation that spans the decades. The show is currently broadcast on over 20 terrestrial radio stations and frequencies throughout the United States. Each one-hour episode, executive-produced and hosted by media personality Shefik, highlights one relatable focal point (chosen by Shefik), along with an accompanying playlist of songs (curated by Shefik), encompassing a unique thematic concept that invigorates the audience with creative impact. Top recording artists, actors, business executives, politicians, community leaders, and other special guests are invited to offer their own commentary on the weekly topic, as a supplement to Shefik's engaging mindset. The radio show's online hub at invocation.co serves as a conduit for discussion of the show, while featuring related videos and auxiliary content. The journey continues right here and everywhere.
3-Time Emmy Award Nominee and Grammy Award Nominee
MAC Award Winner and Actor, HBO's "The Normal Heart"
2-Time Grammy Award Nominee
Member, The Isley Brothers (1973-1983) and Member, Isley-Jasper-Isley (1984-1987)
Founder and Executive Director, J-Bird Music for the Arts
Episode 8
Episode 17
Lynn Whitfield | |
|---|---|
 Whitfield in 1999 | |
| Born | Lynn Smith February 15, 1953 Baton Rouge, Louisiana, U.S. |
| Alma mater | Howard University |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1981–present |
| Spouse(s) | Vantile Whitfield
(m. 1974–1978)Brian Gibson (m. 1990–1992) |
| Children | 1 |
Photo Credit: Shefik
Dr. Hassan Tetteh is a board-certified surgeon specializing in thoracic surgery, critical care, heart and lung transplantation, research and education. He is a member of the Washington Regional Transplant Community.
Photo Credit: Shefik
Chris Jasper is a former member of The Isley Brothers and Isley-Jasper-Isley, and is responsible for writing and producing the majority of The Isley Brothers music and Isley-Jasper-Isley music. He is also an Inductee in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Photo Credit: Shefik
Robert D. Siano, Esq. has practiced law for over thirteen years and is an experienced attorney that handles matters involving entertainment, including intellectual property, contracts, and licensing.
Photo Credit: Shefik
November 11, 2019 Perseverance
Over the last 40 years, Chuck McDermott has left his musical mark on audiences on both coasts of the United States. Over the last few decades, he has devoted himself to energy and environmental policy issues, and working in government.
Photo Credit: Shefik
Angela Adetola is the President of the Board of Directors at YWCA Yonkers, located in Yonkers, New York. The members and supporters of YWCA Yonkers include women from many different faiths, ages, backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures.
