Top 25 Women to Watch 2026
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Lioness Telaine

Independent Film Producer

Independent Film Production

Lioness Telaine

Featured Honoree

Lioness Telaine

Top 25 Women to Watch 2026

Profile Details

Company

Independent Film Production

Industry

Film & Entertainment

Region

North America

Connect

Honors & Recognition

Top 25 Women to Watch 2026

Best Film — 2025 TINFF Toronto

Executive Producer & Director, Dynasty The Movie

Biography

"Redefining the boundaries of creativity in the entertainment industry"

Lioness TeLaine, born Kenesha Palmer in Gary, Indiana, is an acclaimed film producer, director, writer, and actress based in Dallas, Texas.

Recently crowned with the honor of Best Film at the prestigious 2025 TINFF in Toronto, CA, for "Dynasty The Movie," Lioness is celebrated for her visionary contributions to cinema.

Lioness began her artistic journey as a theater major at Milwaukee High School of the Arts before refining her craft at Columbia College Chicago, where she majored in film production.

Her career ignited with captivating performances in independent films, featured on platforms like VUDU, Amazon Prime, and Tubi.

Transitioning seamlessly from acting to filmmaking, Lioness made a remarkable debut as both executive producer and director with the science fiction sensation "Dynasty The Movie," starring the renowned rapper Lil Flip. In this 90-minute epic, she not only directed but also starred, showcasing her multifaceted talent and unwavering dedication to storytelling.

Lioness TeLaine continues to redefine the boundaries of creativity in the entertainment industry, earning accolades for her visionary leadership and commitment to pushing cinematic boundaries.

Impact

Global Contribution

Redefining independent cinema through visionary storytelling, direction, and production — elevating underrepresented voices on global platforms

Editor's Note

Lioness Telaine has been selected as one of SheIsGlobalNow's Top 25 Women to Watch 2026 in recognition of her extraordinary leadership, vision, and impact. Her story represents the spirit of this publication — women who are not waiting for permission to change the world.

— SheIsGlobalNow Editorial Team