Sanaa was born in New York City to Eleanor McCoy, who performed on Broadway with the likes of Eartha Kitt. Her father is Stan Lathan, who worked behind the scenes in television for PBS, as well as a producer on shows such as Sanford & Son and Russell Simmons' Def Comedy Jam. Being exposed to the life of entertainment and stars at a very early age had a profound impact upon her life. As a child, Read more...

Generally private, Lathan has never been married but had been involved with actor Omar Epps, but is currently dating Chicago Bears Defensive End Adewale Ogunleye. Gabrielle Union, Nia Long, and Regina Hall are among her closest friends.

Sanaa McCoy Lathan (born September 19, 1971) is a Tony Award-nominated American actress. She has starred in box office hits such as: Love & Basketball, Alien vs. Predator, and Something New.