Nitara Carlynn "
Nia"
Long (born October 30, 1970) is an American actress. She is best known for her roles in the television series
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and
Third Watch, and the films
In Too Deep,
Boyz n the Hood,
Friday,
Boiler Room,
Soul Food,
Love Jones,
The Best Man,
Big Momma's House, and the sequels to the latter two films.