Leaving to Los Angeles
In high school I was voted “Hollywood Bound” and hey, I guess they were right! My name is Cymere Lasean Nobles and I am planning to take the big leap in August of this year by moving to Los Angeles, California to begin my career full-time. Before we get into the logistics of that move, I want to first tell you a little bit more about my journey:
I am a South Jersey native and I recently received my undergraduate degree at Rider University, graduating Cum Laude in the Theatre - Acting program. Despite my love for performing, there were moments I found myself shining on stage and lighting up a room with absolutely nothing but darkness inside. I would give others so much of me but saved none for myself.
In the summer before my sophomore year of community college, before attending Rider, my brother was tragically murdered. I remember my oldest brother banging on my door and screaming “Middy got shot!” waking me from my sleep abruptly. On the way to the hospital, I remember texting my brother and telling him to pull through and reminding him of how much I loved him so that way he would see the message when he was all better. I had no clue where the bullet wounds were, at the time, I did not know where this took place, and most of all I did not know he was already gone while we were driving to the hospital.
I cried nonstop for a week straight. I slept only because my body was extremely exhausted and once I awakened I would begin to cry again. I remember having to be the one to physically seal his casket shut at the funeral. At 19 years old, the pain was like no other I had ever experienced. I was working two jobs at the time, and I also had to return to school that September. I remember telling my mom that I wanted to give up. I needed a break at the very least. Ultimately, that was not an option. I had to keep going. My brother Middy’s birthday is September 13th so being in class on that day would eat me alive. Every little thing would trigger me. I’ve had to walk out of plenty of rooms just because something reminded me of my brother, which then reminded me of my loss. But still, I had to keep going.
During this turmoil, I was fortunate enough to star in my first professional film this past semester and I’ve released plenty of viral content via social media. I’ve spoken to Nicki Minaj on the phone and received a free Ivy Park promotional box from Beyonce’s team. I felt guilty for accomplishing things because my brother was not there to experience them with me, but I knew he would want me to excel nonetheless.
Two years later, in 2019, my grandpop Brian passed away due to cancer. I was fortunate enough to speak with him and tell him all of my plans. He was excited for me and began to tell his best friend how proud he was of me. He passed in August and I had to go back to school once again that September. That semester I was initiated into the XiPi/Gamma Nu Gamma Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. I gained so many more amazing people in my life who truly love and support me. GOMAB!
I thought I would never be able to smile again. I remember thinking that happiness was some form of escape from the reality of the hardships of life. Through weekly therapy appointments and finding many self-help resources, I was able to make happiness my source and always find my way back to it instead of constantly focusing on its absence. Artistry has always been the avenue I’ve used to express myself. In many ways, I find that I can only truly articulate my feelings through my art.
Now, it is my mission to take all of my pain and apply all of my lessons to the journey I will face when moving to LA. With your help, I will be able to focus on my dream and put all of my energy into my mission. Anything helps. Even a few dollars for some groceries or gas goes a long way. Y’all know LA is expensive lol!
Thank you guys for the constant support up to this point and I am so excited to share this pivotal moment in my life with you. Please share my story with whomever you may know. God bless you and I hope (now that my light is shining from within) my story has shed some light on yours. Thank you!
Follow me - @callmeRoyden
I am a South Jersey native and I recently received my undergraduate degree at Rider University, graduating Cum Laude in the Theatre - Acting program. Despite my love for performing, there were moments I found myself shining on stage and lighting up a room with absolutely nothing but darkness inside. I would give others so much of me but saved none for myself.
In the summer before my sophomore year of community college, before attending Rider, my brother was tragically murdered. I remember my oldest brother banging on my door and screaming “Middy got shot!” waking me from my sleep abruptly. On the way to the hospital, I remember texting my brother and telling him to pull through and reminding him of how much I loved him so that way he would see the message when he was all better. I had no clue where the bullet wounds were, at the time, I did not know where this took place, and most of all I did not know he was already gone while we were driving to the hospital.
I cried nonstop for a week straight. I slept only because my body was extremely exhausted and once I awakened I would begin to cry again. I remember having to be the one to physically seal his casket shut at the funeral. At 19 years old, the pain was like no other I had ever experienced. I was working two jobs at the time, and I also had to return to school that September. I remember telling my mom that I wanted to give up. I needed a break at the very least. Ultimately, that was not an option. I had to keep going. My brother Middy’s birthday is September 13th so being in class on that day would eat me alive. Every little thing would trigger me. I’ve had to walk out of plenty of rooms just because something reminded me of my brother, which then reminded me of my loss. But still, I had to keep going.
During this turmoil, I was fortunate enough to star in my first professional film this past semester and I’ve released plenty of viral content via social media. I’ve spoken to Nicki Minaj on the phone and received a free Ivy Park promotional box from Beyonce’s team. I felt guilty for accomplishing things because my brother was not there to experience them with me, but I knew he would want me to excel nonetheless.
Two years later, in 2019, my grandpop Brian passed away due to cancer. I was fortunate enough to speak with him and tell him all of my plans. He was excited for me and began to tell his best friend how proud he was of me. He passed in August and I had to go back to school once again that September. That semester I was initiated into the XiPi/Gamma Nu Gamma Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. I gained so many more amazing people in my life who truly love and support me. GOMAB!
I thought I would never be able to smile again. I remember thinking that happiness was some form of escape from the reality of the hardships of life. Through weekly therapy appointments and finding many self-help resources, I was able to make happiness my source and always find my way back to it instead of constantly focusing on its absence. Artistry has always been the avenue I’ve used to express myself. In many ways, I find that I can only truly articulate my feelings through my art.
Now, it is my mission to take all of my pain and apply all of my lessons to the journey I will face when moving to LA. With your help, I will be able to focus on my dream and put all of my energy into my mission. Anything helps. Even a few dollars for some groceries or gas goes a long way. Y’all know LA is expensive lol!
Thank you guys for the constant support up to this point and I am so excited to share this pivotal moment in my life with you. Please share my story with whomever you may know. God bless you and I hope (now that my light is shining from within) my story has shed some light on yours. Thank you!
Follow me - @callmeRoyden
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Sicklerville, NJ