January 2025

Marquita Goings is a driven, charismatic and undeniable talent. Her incredible gift to bring life to complex and dynamic characters never fails to light up the screen. 

Goings can be seen in the Hulu comedy series “Woke,” in the role of Hype; and in Tyler Perry’s “Zatima,” in the role of Valier, a successful realtor. Additional television credits include DYNASTY, “The Other Black Girl,” “Bruh,” “Council of Dads,” “Tales” and “American Soul.” Also, she appeared in the TV movies “Open,” “Twas the Chaos before Christmas” and “Cooking up Christmas.” 

Feature film credits include “Freedom Hair,” “Strange Love,” “Everyday but Christmas” and “the Trap.”

Goings was born and raised in Athens, Ga. Her birthday is April 9. Follow her on social @marquitatenaya.