Melissa Grimmond’s Biography

ACTRESS/ HOST/ MODEL/ WRITER

SAG/ AFTRA/ ACTRA/ WGA

One would assume that by her winning smile, that Melissa Grimmond could simply rest on the laurels which her good looks would afford her. However, the challenge of being the daughter of strict and successful Caribbean parents has reinforced in her the importance of commitment and perseverance together with generosity and gratitude. There are rewards to be gained by shooting high, even if sometimes you may miss and she is a living endorsement to the value of elegance and panache. Within minutes of meeting this petite beauty, one will realize that she is much more than a pretty face.

Previously played the temptress “Chanelle” on the the widely popular, #1 HBO Cinemax Series “Zane Sex Chronicles”, this former marketing manager and fashion stylist has made tremendous strides in hopes of achieving her dreams. Be it washing dishes in her high heels or crocheting pink scarves for the Breast Cancer Foundation, one thing to know about Melissa is that life is never routine nor predictable. Regardless of where she calls her home, she continues to keep herself busy by giving back, through donation of her time. Some of her activities include hosting NAACP functions, as well as volunteering for sickle cell and down syndrome charities, to name a few. All the while she keeps her eyes firmly planted on her career and makes no qualms about her lust for the spotlight, listing Oprah and Dr. Wayne Dyer as a few of her biggest inspirations. “You shouldn’t live life with a catcher’s mitt, you need to throw something back” by Maya Angelou, is one of her favorite mottoes for social responsibility.

It is difficult to describe Melissa for she is, for lack of a better word, a living oxymoron. She is a perfectionist almost to a fault, but also very accepting of the flaws of her peers. She is extremely open and honest yet you never truly get the feel you understand her completely. She is wickedly sarcastic, yet remarkably compassionate and an avid dog lover. Melissa is that rare individual who by nature is very peaceful but by no means passive. She may not welcome adversity be she never willingly allows herself to be anyone’s victim. “Don’t tempt me with a good time” she will often say when threatened or challenged. Perhaps it can be her catch phrase if she ever achieves that dream of becoming a Bond girl, having her own hair/ make up line or being a the 1st petite Victoria Secret model.

Melissa knows where she’s been and knows where she wants to be, and approaches her craft with the same dedication as she does with her appearance… passionately. Perhaps she will be the first to prove that someone with enough effort can be a Jack of all trades and master them all as well. With her stubborn perseverance and magnetic personality… I wouldn’t bet against it!

Written By Merwin Mondesir

Upcoming Projects for Melissa:

1.  Opened Production Company www.5FTProductions.com

2.  Actress in Film Dysfunctional Friends” Premiering at ABFF- American Black Film Festival in Miami July 2011

3. Writer/ Producer short film entitled “Pray for Me”.

The story is about a woman named Blair who like many of us today are dealing with life changes and then battle with faith.

As life would have it, she learns that everything was right in front of her, she was just too distracted with other things to truly see it. Blair is an accomplished woman that says things aloud that most people are thinking. This gives the screenplay the great comedic relief.

We are scheduled to be filming this month. Looking for Actors in the Los Angeles Area.
Upon completion we will have it entered in different film festivals.

INDUSTRY REFERRAL TESTIMONIALS:

“Executive Producer Suzanne dePasse and I, Scott Webster had the pleasure of working with this talented actress on the HBO/Cinemax series “Zane’s Sex Chronicles” Season 2. She exceeded our expectations & delivered for us.
She was very professional & prepared on set. We look forward to working
with her in our 3rd season.”
— Scott Webster,
Casting Director

“Melissa Grimmond has a unique look, a sparkling smile, great range and the
talent and professionalism that would make her an asset to any production.
I look forward to working with her in the future.”
— Jeff Franklin,
Writer-Producer-Director
Jeff Franklin Productions

“Melissa was an enjoyment to have in my hosting classes. Her determination was admirable as she took all the classes I teach. She was a quick learner and now would be a great host for any program or event. It was a pleasure having coached her”
— Pat Murphy-Stark
www.MediaImageCoach.com

“Melissa is a person who believes that you shouldn’t live life with a catchers mitt, you must throw something back, she volunteers with the NAACP Theatre Awards. She has great humor, and improv skills that make her a pleasure and success to interview celebrities at our event. We look forward to having her as our Red Carpet host or Presenter for next year’s NAACP Theatre Awards”
— Tia Boyd,
Executive Producer Beverly Hills NAACP