Mega-talent Michelle Paradise executive produces, writes and stars in the lesbian dramedy Exes and Ohs, which premiered last season on LOGO. Its second season is currently in production. Paradise plays Jennifer, who suffers from a slam-dunk back into the dating pool. “We all grow up in a straight society,” Paradise says. “Whenever you come out to yourself and you become part of the gay community…there’s a curve.” Paradise engages in her work with a fierce devotion to her character’s truths. Her writing credits include feature scripts, stage plays and pilots. She is currently working on another TV pilot and a feature film screenplay. –JB

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