Actor, Artist, Musician
JD McCrary
JD McCrary is undeniably a rising powerhouse in the entertainment industry, capturing hearts with his versatile talent and youthful charisma. Bursting into the spotlight as the voice of Young Simba in the 2019 remake of Disney’s The Lion King, JD quickly became a household name. His role as Kenny Payne on The Paynes showcased his acting prowess, while his debut EP Shine revealed his musical talent, earning him a spot with Hollywood Records at just 10 years old. His electrifying performance alongside Childish Gambino at the Grammys further demonstrated his stage presence. His collaborations with industry icons like Usher and LA Reid highlight his potential and appeal. Now 17 and signed with Mega Records, JD is poised for an even more illustrious career. With such a solid foundation, his future in the entertainment world looks incredibly promising.
Lifestyle Specialist
Terrance Terry
Detroit native Terrance Terry has remained on the cutting edge of trends in the multibillion dollar beauty industry for over two decades as one of the nation’s premier nail technicians. He and his work have been featured on The Today Show and The Wendy Williams Show, and he was also a judge on the groundbreaking nail competition reality show titled “Naild’ It,” which aired on the Oxygen Network.
Terry’s creativity and signature style has been seen on the hands of countless celebrities like Amy Poehler, Dolly Parton, Jennifer Anniston,Viola Davis and many others, and he has also worked with famed Atlanta and New York fashion and editorial photographers Laxton & Wedig, Derek Blanks, Drexina Nelson, Itasia Jordan, and Alex Martinez to name a few. Terry’s work has also graced the pages of media outlets such as Upscale Magazine,Instyle,Jezebel and Harpers Bazaar.
Terrance took advantage of Atlanta’s blossoming music and entertainment scene by marketing his brand of signature Nail Care services and custom nail art designs to both tastemakers and the everyday woman. His L.U.X.E. (Love Ultimately Exudes Everything) Nail Bar located in the affluent northern Atlanta suburb Sandy Springs also services a trendy clientele with ultra-chic manicures and todays hottest nail art trends. The highly skilled salon team also provides on-site coordination for special events and custom experiences.
Providing access to education and resources for the next generation of nail technicians remains important to Terrance thus creating the E.A.P Program Educational Artist Platform.This program highlights business ownership and salon empowerment tools for todays professionals.