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“This career essentially chased me down while I was on the spoken-word scene in New York. I kept hearing that my delivery of my poetry - which was very personal and cathartic at the time- was very moving to folks. People thought that I was an actress because of my delivery, when I was just dropping into the work and really pouring out my soul.”

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Sonja Sohn (born May 9, 1964) is an American actress best known for her role as Detective Shakima "Kima" Greggs in HBO's acclaimed series "The Wire." She has also appeared in notable films including "The Man Who Wasn't There," "The Perfect Storm," and "Shaft." Sohn is recognized for her powerful performances and versatile acting range in both television and film. more

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