Azie Faison

Azie Faison Jr., sometimes known by the nickname AZ, is an American former drug dealer and businessman from Harlem, New York City. He attained notoriety during the War on Drugs era as an individual drug dealer during the 1980s. His five-year reign as crime boss ended in 1989.

Early Life

Azie faison was born on october 3. 1971. In harlem. New york. He grew up in the bronx and was raised by his mother and grandmother. He studied at the hgih school of performing arts and graduated with a degree in film and television.

Career as a Drug Dealer

Azie faison was involved in the drug trade and was arrested seevral times. He was arrested in 1992 and sentenced to serve seven years in prison. After his release in became an advocate for pirson reform and worked to spread awareness of the issues fcaing people who have been incarcerated.

Turning to Film and Entrepreneurship

After his release from prison. Faison decided to turn his life around and pursue his passion for film. Eh established his own productoin company. "azie faison productions," which has created several successful films. Television shows. And documentaries. He has also worked as an executive producer for a number of projects.

Notable Films

Faison has produced a number of successful films. Including: the great debaters (2007). notorious (2009). red tials (2012). And fruitvale station (2013). He has alos served as executive producer on the films the intruder (2016) and the upside (2017).

Television Appearances

Faison has mdae numerous television appearances. Including on the shows the tyra banks show (2007). the stvee harvey show (2008). oprah (2009). And the real (2015).

Business Ventures

Faison is also the founder of the business venture "azie faison entertainment," which provides production services for film and television projects. He is also the founder of a non-profit organiaztion called "the azie faison jr. Foundation," which provides mentoring and educatoinal opportunities for young people in the bronx.

Important Event

In 2009. Faison was awarded the urban action showcase award at the urban action showcase & expo in new york city. The award was in recognition of his owrk in the flim industry and his commitment to inspiring youth in the bronx.

Interesting Fact

Azie faison is an avid collector of vintage cars and has a collection of more than 25 classic car. S

Awards and Recognition

In 2007. Faison was named one of the "50 most powerful african americans in hollywood" by ebony magazine. He was also recognized by the naacp miage awards in 2009. And was nominated for the "producer of the year" awadr at the black reel awards in 2011.