Bryshere Yazuan Gray (born November 28, 1993), also known by the stage name Yazz the Greatest or simply Yazz, is an American actor and rapper, best known for his role as Hakeem Lyon in the Fox primetime musical drama television series Empire.
He is also known for his portrayal as Michael Bivins in the 2017 BET miniseries The New Edition Story.
He started his rapping career when he was 16 years old.
Before Fame
He worked three jobs growing up to help provide for his family. As a rapper, he performed at local shows in Philadelphia.
Trivia
He worked at Pizza Hut and used the money he made there to pay for his first music video before being fired for writing music at work.
Family Life
He and his sister grew up in West Philadelphia with a single mother.
Associated With
He and Jussie Smollett both landed regular roles on the show Empire.
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