Character: College Student Simone Burner
Played by: Brandy Allison
Virtue: HOPE
Character Quote: "FAILURE IS NOT A PERSON IT'S AN EVENT!"
Bio: Brandy Allison is a top 10 Contemporary Christian recording artist who recently scored over 825,000 views of her video “Walkin’ On Faith” on YouTube. She also has international radio play on one of the biggest Christian radio shows in the UK. Brandy will be playing college student Simone Burner in “Virtuous”.
Proverbs 31:31
“…..give her the works of her hands and let them praise her in the gates”
Character: SPC Summer L. Gabriel
Played by: Jessica Lynch
Virtue: RESILIENCE
Character Quote: “CHARACTER IS NOT A GIFT IT'S A VICTORY"
Bio: Private First-Class Jessica Lynch is an American hero! She is a former United States Army Soldier who at age 19 became the first ever rescued female POW/MIA.
Proverbs 31: 25-26
“She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future. When she speaks her words are wise and she gives instructions with kindness.”
Character: Lawyer Kayleigh Evans
Played by: Kera O’Bryon
Virtue: COMPASSION
Character Quote: “THE CANDLE OF A WOMAN IS THE SPIRIT OF THE LORD”
Bio: Kera O'Bryon is an Emmy nominated actress, singer, and voice talent. She has appeared in over 30 feature films. Kera brings invaluable experience to this role and shares many similarities to the character Kayleigh Morgan.
Proverbs 31: 20-23
“She extends a helping hand to the poor and opens her arms to the needy..... Her husband is well known at the city gates, where he sits with the other civic leaders.”
Character: Nurse Kathy
Played by: Kelly Bowling
Virtue: HUMILITY
Character Quote: “NOTHING CAN DIM THE BEAUTY THAT SHINES FROM WITHIN"
Bio: Kelly Bowling sang with her family, The Crabb Family for over 15 years! Today she is touring with her husband, Mike Bowling, and her daughter as the Bowling Family. Kelly is incredibly talented having received multiple Grammy Nominations and Dove Awards for her country, southern and traditional style of music.
Proverbs 31:30
“Charm is deceitful and beauty does not last; but a woman who fears the LORD will be greatly praised.”
Character: Detective Anita Avery
Played by: Angelita Nelson
Virtue: LOYALTY
Character Quote: “THE STRENGTH OF ANY ARMY IS FOUND IN THE LOYAL SOUL"
Bio: Angelita Nelson is best known for her lead role as Carmen Martinez in the hit film ‘Courageous.’ She is joining ‘Virtuous’ to help empower and inspire women to live more victories!
Proverbs 31: 11 &12
“Her husband trusts in her, and she will greatly enrich his life. She brings him good and not harm all the days of her life.”
Character: Reporter Campbell Carter
Played by: Vanessa Ore
Virtue: DETERMINATION
Character Quote: “NEVER PUT A QUESTION MARK WHERE GOD HAS PUT A PERIOD”
Bio: Vanessa Ore is about honoring the Lord in film! As a talented writer, producer and actress; she is mother and wife first! Vanessa has appeared in numerous faith and family-friendly films. It was in 2012 when Vanessa appeared in the film ‘Uncommon’ when the producers of ‘Virtuous’ saw her and created the role of Campbell Carter specifically for Vanessa.
Proverbs 31: 16-19
“She goes to inspect a field and buys it; with her earnings she plants a vineyard. She is energetic and strong, a hard worker. She makes sure her dealings are profitable; her lamp burns late into the night. Her hands are busy spinning thread, her fingers twisting fiber.”
Character: Single Mom Trish
Played by: Melissa Barron
Virtue: WISDOM
Character Quote: "WISDOM DOESN'T BUILD A HOUSE; IT HOLDS A FUTURE"
Bio: Melissa Barron at an early age she knew that she was destined to be an actress. Now, she is ready to use this passion for film to convey a very heart-warming and a very similar life story as a single-mom in the film ‘Virtuous.’
Proverbs 31: 27-28
“She carefully watches everything in her household and suffers nothing from laziness. Her children stand and bless her. Her husband praises her.”
Character: Judge Donna Ferguson
Played by: Bonnie Johnson
Virtue: SELFLESSNESS
Character Quote: “THE OFFERINGS OF CHOICE RELEASE THE GREATEST FORCE…LOVE”
Bio: Bonnie Johnson has had a principal role in over 75 feature films/TV movies and has worked with many Hollywood stars, but the most wonderful person she’s ever met is Jesus Christ. Bonnie dedicates her role in “Virtuous” to bring honor and glory to His precious name.
Proverbs 31:13-16
“She is like a merchant ship bringing her food from afar. She gets up before dawn to prepare breakfast for her household and plan the day’s work for her servant girls. She goes to inspect a field and buys it; with her earnings she plants a vineyard."
Erik Estrada is best known for his leading role in the television series, ChiPs. He has also appeared in countless movies, television shows, and reality programs.
What you may not know is that Erik Estrada made his film debut in the 1970 faith-based feature, The Cross and the Switchblade, the first main stream Christian film ever produced. His career has now come full circle with his renewed focus in faith-based films.
This is his third JC Film’s production. Erik also serves as the Celebrity Spokesperson for JCFilms.
Eliot Sloan is the lead singer of ‘Blessid Union of Souls’. 'Blessid Union of Souls' has become one the most beloved, meaningful, and musically consistent acts of this generation. With Sloan's ability to continuously write socially conscious and spiritually inspiring songs, it’s no surprise to see gold records, chart-cruising singles, and a slew of soundtrack appearances.
He has a trio of top tens, five top 20 tunes and seven to hit the top 40, spanning the diverse likes of the iconic ballad “I Believe,” the quirky and colorful “Hey Leonardo (She Likes Me For Me).”
Sloan is honored and humbled to be a part of ‘Virtuous.’ His attitude stems from a lifelong Christian faith that’s repeatedly made its way into ‘Blessid Union of Souls’ songwriting.
Timothy E. Goodwin is a Hollywood character actor who has appeared in many television programs and several independent films. Tim now resides in Burbank, California, but grew up in Lynchburg, Virginia.
Tim is a strong asset to the JC Film’s team having toured a film he was in ‘Finding Faith’ with Erik Estrada on the West Coast to over 20 churches.
His TV credits include: The Young and The Restless, Everybody Hates Chris, Las Vegas, It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia, Melissa And Joey, and the very popular Nickelodeon shows, Unfabulous, and iCarly (plus many more).
Character: Diane Landers
Played by: Erin Bethea
Virtue: INTENTION
Character Quote: “DEATH AND POWER ARE IN TONGUE"
Bio: Erin Bethea, star of the award-winning Fireproof, is an accomplished actress, performer, and Christian voice. Originally from Albany, GA, she received her BA in Theatre from the University of Mobile in Mobile, AL. Erin is currently the co-host for the Emmy Award winning television series from the North American Mission Board, OMX: On Mission Xtra. The series tells the stories of individuals from all parts of North America engaged in radical choices to reach the community for Christ.
Proverbs 31: 26
“When she speaks, her words are wise, and she gives instructions with kindness.”
Ben Davies has been acting since he could walk. Ben, of course, appeared in the #1 Christian film "Courageous." Since then Ben has starred or co-starred in several faith-based and family-friendly films. Ben is an accomplished actor, athelete, and motivational speaker.
This is Ben's second JC Film's production. Ben was recenlty voted one of '2013 TOP TEN CHRISTIAN ACTORS'! Ben was the male lead in the teen musical film 'Uncommon!'
Character: Private First Class Tara Carter
Played by: Jenn Ivers
Virtue: CHERISHED
Character Quote: “IT"S NOT ABOUT BEING; IT'S ABOUT BEING CHERISHED”
Bio: Jenn is the youngest of our Virtuous ladies! Yet, her youth does not diminish her experiences....both on and off the stage. Jenn started as a Virtuous crew volunteer. It was her radiant passion for serving others that landed her a vital role in the film. All by surprise; no. God has His eyes on this talented jewel.
Proverbs 31:10
“A Virtuous woman who can find? Her worth is far above Jewels.”
