Denise Burse

Acting

Denise Burse

Born January 23, 1952 (age 74)

Denise Burse-Mickelbury (born January 13, 1952) is an American actress, best known for her role as Claretha Jenkins in the television series Tyler Perry's House of Payne. An African-American native of Atlanta, Burse received professional training at the Just Us Theatre, The Alliance Theatre and The Atlanta Children's Theater. She has numerous television credits such as Law & Order: Special Victim…

Known For

The Wrath of BeckyThe Wrath of Becky · 2023
The Wrath of Becky
★ 6.42023
MovieActionHorror
Two years after she escaped a violent attack on her family, 16-year-old Becky attempts to rebuild her life in the care of an older woman -- a kindred spirit named Elena. However, when a violent group known as the Noble Men break into their home, attack them and take their beloved dog, Becky must return to her old ways to protect herself and her loved ones.
Vacation FriendsVacation Friends · 2021
Vacation Friends
★ 7.02021
MovieComedy
When a straight-laced couple that has fun with a rowdy couple on vacation in Mexico return to the States, they discover that the crazy couple they met in Mexico followed them back home and decide to play tricks on them.
The HomeThe Home · 2025
The Home
★ 6.82025
MovieHorrorMystery
A troubled man starts working at a retirement home and realizes its residents and caretakers harbor sinister secrets. As he investigates the building and its forbidden fourth floor, he starts to uncover connections to his own past and upbringing as a foster child.
The JurorThe Juror · 1996
The Juror
★ 5.71996
MovieThrillerCrime
Struggling single mother Annie Laird impulsively agrees to serve on a jury, hoping for a little excitement in her humdrum life. But she gets far more than she bargained for when she's forced to sacrifice the truth to save her son from the mob's seductive, psychotic enforcer.
BasquiatBasquiat · 1996
Basquiat
★ 6.61996
MovieDramaHistory
The brief life of Jean Michel Basquiat, a world renowned New York street artist struggling with fame, drugs and his identity.
Peace, Love & MisunderstandingPeace, Love & Misunderstanding · 2011
Peace, Love & Misunderstanding
★ 5.82011
MovieComedyDrama
A conservative lawyer named Diane takes her two teenage children Jake and Zoe to meet their estranged, hippie grandmother in Woodstock after her husband asks for a divorce.
AnesthesiaAnesthesia · 2016
Anesthesia
★ 5.72016
MovieDramaThriller
Multiple lives intersect in the aftermath of the violent mugging of a Columbia University philosophy professor.
The Boy KingThe Boy King · 1986
The Boy King
★ 7.01986
MovieDrama
Focuses on young Martin Luther King Jr.'s early encounters with prejudice and how the love and courage of his family moved him to speak out against segregation and become a leader in the civil rights movement.

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Tyler Perry's House of PayneTyler Perry's House of Payne · 2007
Tyler Perry's House of Payne
★ 7.62007
SeriesComedy
A multigenerational, working-class family experience life's struggles with faith, love and, most importantly, humor. Curtis, aka 'Pops', the uncle and head of the household, has house and home turned upside down when an unexpected event forces his nephew, CJ, and CJ’s kids to move in, putting three generations under one roof. This chaotic living situation takes its toll on cranky Pops, who is reluctant to have his routine disturbed. In addition to CJ’s family, Pops and Ella’s son, Calvin, a wise-cracking, broke college student, hangs out at home, making it impossible for any peace and quiet. It soon becomes evident just how wide the gap is, as the family tries to find a way to coexist through all of life’s hilarious ups and downs.

Claretha Jenkins