Randy was born and raised in Omaha, Nebraska. Randy began his performing career at age 8, singing, dancing and acting in local theater productions. Randy attended the University of Nebraska Architectural School and then joined the United States Air Force. After completing two years of active... Read More

Hardison became interested in acting when he was in his early teens, and he began studying theater at New York's Eubie Blake Theater, where one of his instructors was Earle Hyman, who later portrayed Grandpa Huxtable on The Cosby Show. Hardison's work with Hyman helped win the young actor a guest... Read More

Daughter of Oscar-winning actor Sidney Poitier. Graduated from New York University. Featured as one of People Magazine's "50 Most Beautiful People" in 2001. Niece of Cyril Poitier. Daughter of Joanna Shimkus.