Caryn Ward (The Game) is an actress, dancer, choreographer and public speaker, who founded "I Am Magnificent," an acting and self-esteem workshop for young girls. She attended Howard University where she graduated with a degree in psychology, and also studied dance at Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in New York City. She has performed with various artists including Janet Jackson, Arsenio Hall, and Rosie Perez. Caryn began her career in the 1980s with appearances on "Fame," "Webster," and "Paradise." From 1990 to 1991, she co-starred in the short-lived CBS sitcom "You Take the Kids," starring Nell Carter. Ward has since guest starred on "Friends," "The Shield" and "Lincoln Heights." In addition to television roles, Ward has also had roles in several featuring films including "Motives" (2004), opposite Vivica A. Fox and Shemar Moore, "Traci Townsend" (2005), "Stompin'" (2007), and "Steppin: The Movie" (2009).