When it comes to film, it's almost as though Lee Daniels has the ability to see into the future. He produced Monster's Ball and directed Precious, which were both critically acclaimed films that received numerous Academy Award nominations. We don't know how he does it, but Daniels seems to have a crystal ball when it comes to these kinds of things.
Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Daniels began his career in the entertainment industry as a casting agent, which eventually saw him progress to the heights we have seen today. His dad was a police officer who was killed in the line of duty, but that didn't stop Daniels from sharing his story of childhood physical abuse. To this day, he hopes that his own story will inspire others to take a stand or confide in someone they trust.