Reina Shaunte Massard

Award winning actress, dancer, singer, author, podcast host and influencer

In 2019 she began appearing on Youtube’s Dhar Mann Studios and is most recognized for the best versatile roles. She has appeared on TV and film in starring roles on BET’s House of Payne, Starz’s Step Up 3, Netflix’s Selena, and Amazon Prime.

Reina Shaunte got her start in musical theatre and performed internationally. She is most recognized worldwide now for her compelling roles on one of Youtube’s most watched series, Dhar Mann Studios where “We’re not just telling stories, we’re changing lives.” Many of her roles center around characters who often struggle with life, career, but are eventually restored to redemption. Creator and Executive Producer of Dhar Mann Studios, Dhar Mann refers to Reina Shaunte’ as “the GOAT”.

Reina Shaunte is a published author of the actor’s guide “Finding You in Every Script” on Amazon and at Barnes and Noble, a transformational speaker and life coach.

Reina Shaunte recently released a single called “When You Move” on Itunes, Spotify, and Youtube music. You can also catch her on her on Youtube channel giving fun, beauty tips and a channel with her husband called the Truth is Easy Podcast all about Life, Love, and Flyness.

Early Life

Reina Shaunte was born and raised in SouthEast Washington DC where she went to catholic school k-12. Her father’s side is from Guyana, South America and her Mother’s is from South Carolina so she was a city kid with carribbean and southern roots. Reina Shaunte loves reggae, rap, r&b music, and carribbean and southern food is her favorite because her family valued culture and community. She was brought up in the Baptist church where she was encouraged by her grandmother to sing and perform. She went to Howard University for psychology but discovered she loved theatre when she performed Dreamgirls in community theater. She finished her degree at Bowie State University with a Bachelors in Theatre Studies. She went on to get a Masters in Acting from Regent University before moving to Los Angeles and pursuing an acting career in TV and Film.

Personal Life

Aside from performing, Reina Shaunte is a wife and mother of three sons. She resides in Los Angeles, CA