Ilfenesh Hadera co-stars in Spike Lee's Highest 2 Lowest alongside Denzel Washington.

Listen to this episode from How It All Began on Spotify. In this episode of How It All Began, we sit down with Ilfenesh Hadera, who co-stars alongside Denzel Washington in Spike Lee’s Highest 2 Lowest. Ilfenesh is widely recognized for her powerful portrayal of Mayme Johnson in Godfather of Harlem, where she stars opposite Forest Whitaker.Ilfenesh opens up about her early life growing up in Harlem and how attending a performing arts school ignited her passion for acting. She reflects on the profound experience of working with two of the greatest actors of our time—Forest Whitaker and Denzel Washington—and shares insights into her journey through the entertainment industry.