Keithian

Keithian Dé Von Sammons (born on August 11, 1987 in New Orleans, LA but raised in Longview, TX) is an American Pop singer, songwriter, record producer, dancer, and actor.

Biography

Keithian, born of Cuban descent, began singing at the age 7 and landed a gospel song on Christian radio at the age of 9. By the age of 12, Keithian was introduced to a record executive who wanted him to be a member of a Dreamworks preteen boy group. After a few years of performing and recording, he left the group to pursue a solo career. He began writing and producing songs for other artist as well as playing on tour for artist like Jessica Simpson and Jojo. As a solo artist he scored a deal with Virgin Records where he recorded his self-titled album but it was never released because of the label folding.

As an actor, Keithian has appeared in over 20 commercials and has hosted the WB's "Teen Talk". He also guest-starred in Walker Texas Ranger, Girlfriends, and Barbershop: The Series. Plus he has appeared in feature films such as You Got Served, Sonny, and Blood Diamond.

In 2009, Keithian is working on his own upcoming solo debut album and working with producers like Timbaland, Danja, The Stereotypes, Underdogs, and Will.i.am; while also making time to write for artists such as The Pussycat Dolls, Jennifer Hudson, Ashlee Simpson, Rihanna, Ne-Yo, Britney Spears, Chris Brown, and Mario.