Jussie Smollett (born June 21, 1982) is an American actor, singer, director, and photographer from Santa Rosa, California. He is famous acting in the Fox drama series “ Empire ” in 2015. Also, the 36-year-old actor played the role of musician Jamal Lyon.
He began his professional career as a child performer and began in the films The Mighty Ducks (1992) and Rob Reiner’s North (1994). Also, Smollett played the lead role on the show “The Skinny” in 2012.
His debut EP called “ The Poisoned Hearts Club ” also released in 2012. Also, in 2014, Smollett gained a lot of fame for playing a gay musician trying to win his father’s approval in “Empire”.
In fact, Jussie reprized his role in the fourth season in 2017. As a singer, he signed a recording contract with Columbia Records in February 2015. The singer also co-wrote the songs “You’re So Beautiful” and “I Wanna Love.” You” for Season 1 of the Empire album.
Controversy and history
Recently, on January 29, 2019, the actor allegedly attacked in Chicago. He told police that he was attacked outside his apartment building. The incident occurred when he was returning home.
In addition, two men wearing ski masks made racist and homophobic insults. They drained an unknown liquid over the singer and put a noose around his neck. Later, Jussie was admitted to Northwestern Memorial Hospital.
The accusers were white and they said: “ This is MAGA country ”. Many celebrities and politicians supported him on social media. In fact, US President Donald Trump also tweeted about the incident.
However, police released “persons of interest” images from surveillance camera footage. But they couldn’t find footage where Smollett was attacked. The actor and his manager, Brandon Z. Moore, told authorities they were on the phone when the incident occurred.
But Jussie refused to give investigators his mobile so they can confirm the call. The Chicago Police Department recently agreed to charge Smollett with filing a false police report.
Profile, parents and early life
This talented actor was born on June 21, 1982 in Santa Rosa, California, United States. Currently, Jussie Smollett getting old is 36 years old. His father “Joel Smollett” was Jewish. he from joel family he emigrated from russia and poland.
Jussie’s mom name is Janet Smollett. Also, the actor has five siblings . He has three brothers Jojo, Jocqui and Jake Smollett. He also has two sisters named Jurnee Smollett-Bell and Jazz Smollett.
Additionally, the singer attended Calabasas High School and Malibu High School. Later, she dropped out of school when Jussie landed a role in the production of “Damn Yankees.” However, Jussie later enrolled in and graduated from Paramus Catholic High School.
Personal affairs, girlfriend and spouse
In 2007, Jussie began his relationship with Girlfriend “Raven Symone” (American actress and singer). She is well known for playing the lead role in the TV series “That’s So Raven”. According to a source, Symone was also pregnant with Smollett’s child.
However, Raven’s spokesperson denied the rumors. After dating for almost 4 years, they decided to part ways together. In 2015, the actor publicly came out as gay. Smollett later became romantically linked to NFL star Michael Sam in September 2015.
But Jussie cleared up the dating rumors. In the early months of 2016, Jussie was photographed hanging out with director Anthony Hemingway. They met on the set of his 2012 film The Skinny. As of 2019, Jussie is dating her boyfriend of hers Tawan Davis (real estate entrepreneur).
Curiosities and quick information
| Lifestyle/Biography | |
|---|---|
| Full name at birth | Jussie Langston Mikha Smollett. |
| Nickname | Jussie, J-boogie, Juicebox and Smitty. |
| Profession | Actor, Singer, Director and Photographer. |
| Age (as of 2018) | 36 years old |
| Date of Birth (DOB), Birthday | June 21, 1982. |
| Birthplace/Hometown | Santa Rosa, California, United States. |
| Nationality | American. |
| Famous for | for his portrayal of musician Jamal Lyon on the Fox drama series Empire (2015). |
| Awards | 1. 2016 NAACP Image Awards for You’re So Beautiful in the Outstanding Duo, Group or Collaboration category. 2. 2016 NAACP Image Awards for You’re So Beautiful in the Outstanding Song category. 3. He also won Best New Artist in 2016. |
| star sign (zodiac sign) | Cancer. |
| ethnicity | Multiracial. |
| Religion | Christendom. |
| Current residence | New York, USA. |
| Physical Statistics | |
| height (height) | Feet inches: 6′ 0″ . Centimeters: 182cm . Meters: 1.82 meters . |
| Weight | Kilograms: 79 kg . Pounds: 174 pounds . |
| bicep size | 14.5 inches. |
| Body measurements (chest-waist-hips) | 43-33-37. |
| Shoe Size (US) | 12 |
| Details of the tattoos? | Will update. |
| eye color | Dark brown. |
| Hair color | Black. |
| Family | |
| Fathers | Father : Joel Smollett. Mom : Janet Smollett. |
| Brothers | Brother: 1. Jojo Smollett. 2. Jocqui Smollett. 3. Jake Smollett. Sister: 1. Jurnee Smollett-Bell. 2. Jazz Smollett. |
| Family members | Grandfather: Uncle: |
| personal life relationship | |
| Marital status | Single. |
| Dating history? | 1. Raven Symone (2007 – 2011). 2.Michael Sam (2015). 3. Anthony Hemingway (2016). |
| girlfriend/couple | Taiwan Davis. |
| Name of wife/spouse | None. |
| Kids | None. |
| Education | |
| Highest Rating | Graduate. |
| College | 1. Calabasas High School. 2. Malibu High School. |
| Alma mater | None. |
| Hobbies and favorite things | |
| Favorite Celebrities | Actor: Will Smith. Actress: Scarlett Johansson. |
| dream vacation destination | miami |
| Favorite color | Black. |
| I love to do | Music, traveling and working out in the gym. |
| favorite dishes | Italian cuisine. |
| Can | |
| Heritage (approx.) | $500,000 US dollars (as of 2018). |
| earnings per month | Under review. |
| Contact details | |
| Office address | Will update. |
| house details | not known |
| Mobile or phone number | Will update. |
| Email address | N/A |
| Official Web site | None. |
Some Lesser Known Facts About Jussie Smollett
- Her real full birth name is Jussie Langston Mikha Smollett.
- He also worked as a staff member for Artists for a New South Africa for 5 years.
- Furthermore, Jussie also acted as Ricks in the horror movie “Alien: Covenant”.
- Money Factor : Jussie Smollett’s estimated Net Worth is $500,000 US dollars.
- The 36-year-old actor belongs to the multiracial ethnicity .
- Smollett first came out as gay during an interview on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” in March 2015.
- The 36-year-old actors height is 6 feet 0 inches (182 in centimeters) and their body weight is 79 kilograms (174 in pounds) .
- His manager Moore said he heard “MAGA country” and a racial slur during his call.
- But he also refused to give his phone number for the investigation.