Lucien Christian Adderley, born in Miami, Florida, has emerged as a luminary in the entertainment industry. Initially captivating audiences as an actor and spoken word poet, Lucien's journey evolved through the stages of artistic expression. Armed with a BFA in acting and theatre studies from Florida State University, he cultivated his skills before earning an MFA in screenwriting from Full Sail University.
Lucien has earned accolades as an award-winning Screenwriter and Filmmaker. He is credited with projects featured at acclaimed film festivals such as Tribeca, SXSW, Big Sky, and ABFF, but his contributions extend beyond individual achievements. This includes his roles as a writer and acting coach for the Peabody Award-winning show "David Makes Man," created by Oscar winner Tarell Alvin McCraney. Lucien currently serves as a writer and consulting producer for Tyler Perry's acclaimed television series "Sistas."
Deeply involved in the arts community, Lucien has passionately taught theatre and film to students through a non-profit organization and as a creative mentor in Michael B Jordan's Outlier Fellowship Program. Lucien is committed to shaping the next generation of storytellers, leading Television and Feature film writing workshops at prestigious institutions such as YALE, UCLA, LMU, and FAU. His influence reverberates not just through his work on screen but also in the classrooms and programs that foster the growth and creativity of aspiring artists.