Raised by her mother alone, Patina developed an interest in singing by performing in a local gospel choir during her childhood. |
She received accolades for her role as Miss Hannigan in a school play during her school days. |
At 15, she successfully auditioned for a performing arts boarding school and went on to secure a scholarship for her studies at Carnegie Mellon University. |
In 2005, she reached the finals for the role of Effie White in the musical drama Dreamgirls. |
Patina has an extensive experience in English Broadway theatre, performing in notable productions such as Hair, Ragtime, and Into the Woods. |
Aside from her theatrical performances, she has also contributed her voice to various English musical recordings. |
She has appeared in multiple English television series and films, including The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2. |
In 2023, she sang the U.S. National Anthem at the New York City Marathon. |
Among her passions, she is an avid animal lover and enjoys traveling during her free time. |
She maintains a regular workout regimen, which includes boxing, to stay fit. |