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Jesse Williams: Birthday

American actor
Born: August 5, 1981

Jesse Williams is an American actor, activist, and model, born on August 5, 1981, in Chicago, Illinois. He gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of Dr. Jackson Avery on the popular medical drama series “Grey’s Anatomy.”

Williams attended Temple University, where he studied African American Studies and Film. After completing his education, he pursued a modeling career and worked for major brands like Tommy Hilfiger and Kenneth Cole. However, his true passion was acting, leading him to study acting at the prestigious New York City’s Actors Studio Drama School.

In 2009, Jesse Williams made his television debut in an episode of “Law & Order.” Two years later, he landed the role that would catapult him to fame, joining the cast of “Grey’s Anatomy” in 2010. His compelling performance and striking looks quickly made him a fan-favorite and earned him critical acclaim.

Outside of his acting career, Williams is an outspoken activist, focusing on social justice issues, including racial equality and civil rights. He has been involved in various advocacy projects, campaigns, and public speaking engagements, using his platform to promote positive change and address systemic inequalities.

Throughout his career, Jesse Williams has garnered several accolades and awards, showcasing his talent as an actor and his commitment to making a difference in the world. With his on-screen charisma and dedication to social causes, he continues to be a respected figure in both the entertainment industry and activist circles.

Jesse Williams’s 5 most popular quotes

  • It was very important to me to be with a woman who is better than me at some things. You want someone who brings new, interesting things into your life.
  • Coming from New York, you’re kind of indoctrinated with anti-L.A. sentiment, but California is just a really dope state.
  • I’m very grateful and fully aware that 90 percent of actors are not working. Going from public school teacher to a show like ‘Grey’s Anatomy’, I love what I do.
  • That’s why the role that I have on ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ is important to me, because it’s a human being. He doesn’t have to wear race on his sleeve; he doesn’t even have to talk about it. We just lead by our actions.
  • I’m kind of in a middle space, being marketed as a biracial actor. Roles are written either stereotypically black, or they’re written ‘normal,’ which is just code for white.
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