Jurnee Smollett is an American actress known for her versatility and range in various film and television roles.
Born on October 1, 1986, in New York City, Smollett has made a name for herself in the entertainment industry with her talent and dedication to her craft.
With over twenty years of experience, she has become a force to reckon with, particularly for her roles in “Eve’s Bayou,” “The Great Debaters,” “Birds of Prey,” and “Lovecraft Country.”
Profile:
- Full name: Jurnee Diana Smollett
- Date of birth: October 1, 1986
- Age: 38 years old
- Gender: Female
- Place of birth: New York City, New York
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Actress
- Height: 5 feet 6 inches (168 cm)
- Parents: Janet and Joel Smollett
- Siblings: Jussie Smollett, Jake Smollett, Jojo Smollett, and Jazz Smollett
- Spouse: Josiah Bell (married 2010-2020)
- Children: Hunter Zion Bell (born 2016)
- Relationship status: Divorced
- Net worth: $2 million
Early Life and Education
Jurnee Smollett, currently 38 years old, was born on October 1, 1986, in New York City to Janet and Joel Smollett.
She is the oldest of five siblings, including Jussie Smollett, Jake Smollett, Jojo Smollett, and Jazz Smollett.
Smollett‘s parents encouraged her and her siblings to pursue their passion for acting from a young age.
She began her acting career at the age of five, appearing in television shows and films throughout her childhood.
Smollett‘s early life and education played a significant role in shaping her talent and dedication to her craft.
Personal Life
Jurnee Smollett married Josiah Bell in 2010, and they have a son, Hunter Zion Bell, born in 2016. The couple announced their separation in 2020 and filed for divorce later that year.
Smollett has been private about her personal life, focusing on her career and raising her son.
Career
Smollett‘s acting career spans over two decades, with her first role in the 1991 television show “Sunday in Paris.”
She gained recognition for her roles in “Eve’s Bayou” (1997), “The Great Debaters” (2007), and “Birds of Prey” (2020).
Her breakthrough role came in 2020 when she starred as Letitia “Leti” Lewis in the HBO series “Lovecraft Country,” earning her a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series.
Awards
- Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series (2020)
- NAACP Image Award nomination for Outstanding Actress in a Drama Series (2020)
Net Worth
Jurnee Smollett‘s current net worth is estimated to be around $2 million, accumulated from her successful acting career in film and television.
Social Media
- Instagram: @jurneesmollett
- Twitter: @jurneesmollett
Filmography
- Eve’s Bayou
- The Great Debaters
- Birds of Prey
- Lovecraft Country
- Full House
- On Our Own
- Underground
- True Blood
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