Jena Sims is an American actress, model, and philanthropist who rose to fame through her work in beauty pageants and B-movies.
She first came to public attention after winning the title of Miss Georgia Teen USA in 2007, setting the stage for her entertainment career.
Sims has appeared in several films, most notably Attack of the 50 Foot Cheerleader (2012), Sharknado 5: Global Swarming (2017), and 3-Headed Shark Attack (2015).
Besides her acting career, she is also known for her philanthropic efforts, particularly through her organization, Pageant of Hope, which organizes beauty pageants for children with cancer and other charities. another challenge.
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- Full name: Jena Michelle Sims
- Date of birth: December 30, 1988
- Age: 35 years old
- Gender: Female
- Place of birth: Winder, Georgia, USA
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Actress, Model, Philanthropist
- Height: 5 feet 8 inches (173 cm)
- Parents: Not applicable
- Siblings: Sister – Kelli Sims
- Spouse: Married to Brooks Koepka
- Children: Son – Crew Koepka (born July 27, 2023)
- Relationship status: Married
- Religion: Not applicable
- Ethnicity: White
- Net worth: 3 million USD
Early life and education
Jena Sims was born on December 30, 1988 in Winder, Georgia and is 36 years old as of 2024. Growing up in Georgia, Jena became involved in community activities early on, participating in beauty pageants and cheerleading during her teenage years.
She attended Winder-Barrow High School and graduated in 2007. After high school, Sims attended Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee, where she majored in International Business.
Her time in college was marked by her commitment to extracurricular activities, including dance and cheerleading. Her ethnicity is white, although details about her religious background have not been shared publicly.
Personal life
Jena Sims has been married to professional golfer Brooks Koepka since June 4, 2022. The couple first met in 2015, but they only made their relationship public at the 2017 US Open, where Koepka won the title. champion.
After several years of dating, they announced their engagement in April 2021. The couple tied the knot in a lavish ceremony in Turks & Caicos. In July 2023, they welcomed their first child, a son named Crew Koepka. Sims and her husband live in Florida and co-own a vacation rental property in Exuma, Bahamas.
Career
Jena Sims’ career began with beauty pageants, where she won titles such as Miss National Teen Georgia 2004 and Miss Teen Georgia USA 2007. Despite not competing in the Miss American teenager but this experience helped her transition into the entertainment industry. .
She first appeared in small roles on television shows such as Dexter and Entourage, but her starring role in the 2012 film Attack of the 50-Foot Cheerleader brought her greater recognition. Over the years, she has appeared in several B-movies, including Attack of the Three-Headed Shark and Sharknado 5: Global Swarming.
In addition to acting, Jena has also ventured into business, co-owning a rental property in the Bahamas and managing her charity projects. She has also worked with several fashion brands and is an active figure in the modeling world. Despite the lighter tone of her films, Jena still commands respect for her perseverance in both entertainment and charity work.
Prize
- National Miss Teen Georgia (2004)
- Miss Teen Georgia USA (2007)
- Prudential Community Spirit Bronze Medal
- Southern Hero Award (2006)
- Nestle Very Best in Youth Award (2007)
- Georgia Young Entrepreneur Title
Net worth
Jena Sims’s estimated net worth is $3 million. Her wealth comes from her acting career, modeling contracts, and various business ventures.
In addition to her film and television work, her participation in brand advertising and charity initiatives has contributed to her financial success.
Social Media
- Instagram: @jenamsims
- Twitter: Not applicable
Cinema
- Attack of the 50-foot cheerleader
- Las Vegas
- Three-headed shark attacks
- Sharknado 5: Global Flood
- American beach house
- Dexter
- entourage
