Sofiya Cheyenne credits the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge for leading to her first recurring role on TV. Now in its third season, she continues her role of Louise on the hit comedy “Loudermilk.” A long-time participant, it was her 2018 film challenge submission, “You’re Up,” that caught the attention of Oscar-winning Director Peter Farrelly for the role. At the time, he was searching for the right actress for the role, so he viewed all of the film challenge shorts to assist him in his search. After auditioning multiple actresses, it was clear Cheyenne was the perfect fit. “It would not have happened if it weren’t for the connections the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge provided,” Cheyenne says. “It has brought me more opportunity and exposure than I could have ever asked for. I am so grateful!”
