Jussie Smollett

Jussie Smollett

42 · Born: Jun 21, 1982

Personal Details

Official Socials
BornJun 21, 1982 Santa Rosa, California, USA
Parents
  • Vicki Atkins
  • Craig Hamilton
Relatives
  • Jojo Smollett (Sibling)
  • Jazz Smollett (Sibling)
  • Jurnee Smollett (Sibling)
  • Jake Smollett (Sibling)
  • Jocqui Smollett (Sibling)

Biography

Jussie Smollett, a multifaceted American artist, embarked on his illustrious acting career as a young child in the year 1987, beginning with humble beginnings in summer fun projects, which served as a springboard for his future endeavors.

As the trajectory of his professional journey continued to unfold, he had the privilege of sharing the screen with his talented colleagues in a diverse array of cinematic projects, one of which being the 1992 release of the beloved family-friendly film, The Mighty Ducks, which captivated audiences of all ages with its heartwarming storyline and memorable characters.

Years later, in 1994, he had the opportunity to collaborate with the renowned director Rob Reiner on the critically-acclaimed comedy-drama, North, a film that showcased his impressive range as a thespian and further solidified his status as a talented and versatile actor in the entertainment industry.

Fast-forwarding to the year 2015, Smollett's remarkable acting prowess was met with widespread critical acclaim, as he delivered a captivating and unforgettable performance as Jamal Lyon, a talented musician, in the Fox television network's primetime music-industry drama series Empire.

Career

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2024
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2017
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Marshall
Marshall as Langston Hughes
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2015
Empire
Empire as Jamal Lyon
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2014
Ask Me Anything
Ask Me Anything as Nico Dempster
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2012
The Skinny
The Skinny as Magnus
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The Mindy Project
The Mindy Project as Barry Stassen
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1994
North
North as Adam
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On Our Own
On Our Own as Jesse Jerrico
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1993
Queen
Queen as Simon
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1992
The Mighty Ducks
The Mighty Ducks as Terry Hall
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1991
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2023
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2022
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2017
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2024
The Lost Holliday
The Lost Holliday as Director, Writer
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2021
B-Boy Blues
B-Boy Blues as Director