American actress
Born: October 1, 1986
Jurnee Smollett is an American actress known for her versatile performances across television and film. Born on October 1, 1986, in New York City, Smollett began her career as a child actor in the 1990s, gaining attention for her role in the sitcom Full House and later in On Our Own, which starred her and her real-life siblings. Her breakthrough role came in 1997 when she starred as Eve in the critically acclaimed film Eve’s Bayou, earning widespread praise and awards for her portrayal of a young girl navigating family secrets.
As an adult, Smollett has continued to shine in prominent roles, including her performance as Leti Lewis in HBO’s Lovecraft Country (2020), which earned her critical acclaim and a Primetime Emmy nomination. She also portrayed Black Canary in the DC film Birds of Prey (2020).
Known for her activism, Smollett is an advocate for civil rights, often speaking out on issues such as HIV/AIDS awareness and gender equality. With a career that spans over three decades, Jurnee Smollett remains a dynamic and influential figure in Hollywood, celebrated for her powerful performances and commitment to social justice.
Jurnee Smollett’s 5 most popular quotes
- That’s something I’ve struggled with my entire life – people underestimating me.
- I walk in a space of gratitude. I’m so grateful to God for blessing me with an amazing family and the opportunity to do what I love.
- I want to tell human stories not solely based on race. There are so many great actresses and actors that are out there, and I just want to see them do good work.
- Little Richard played my uncle on ‘Full House.’ He’s fabulous. I remember him being incredibly kind to me. I just remember him being super, super nice.
- My little brothers loved baseball. I’m not as big on that as basketball or football, but I understand the game.
👉Listen to the best music from all over the world at www.liveonlineradio.net #Jurnee_Smollett #Birthday #FM #online_radio #radio #live_online_radio #live #world_radio
