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Jessica Renee Williams, born July 31, 1989 in Los Angeles County, California, is an American actress and comedian known for her sharp wit and versatile talents.
In 2012, at the age of 22, she made history when she became the youngest senior reporter of the Daily Mail. daily showher comedic insights quickly gained widespread recognition. Williams is also known as the co-host of the popular podcast 2 Venom Queen With Phoebe Robinson.
Her acting credits include starring roles in films such as The incredible Jessica James Appearing on Netflix and appearing in Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald and smart book. She has appeared in roles such as girls, twilight sagaand shrink.
Williams has a close personal relationship with JK Rowling, who share a birthday and formed a relationship over a six-hour dinner in London in 2017.
American actress and comedian
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| Real name: | Jessica Renee Williams |
| stage name: | Jessica Williams |
| born: | July 31, 1989 (35 years old) |
| place of birth: | Los Angeles, California, USA |
| Country of Citizenship: | American |
| educate: | Nathaniel Narbonne High School, California State University |
| high: | 1.83 meters |
| parents: | Mr. and Mrs. Williams |
| Brothers and sisters: | 1 |
| spouse: | unmarried |
| Boyfriend • Partner: | Brian Spessak (former) |
| Children: | not applicable |
| Profession: | actress·comedian |
| net worth: | $2.5 million |
Early life and education
Jessica Williams was born on July 31, 1989 in Los Angeles County, California, USA. She is of African American descent. There is no public information about her religious beliefs or practices.
Jessica was raised by her mother, who worked multiple jobs to support the family, and there is little recorded information about her father. She has a sister.
Williams attended Nathaniel Narbonne High School In Harbor City, Los Angeles, she participated in theater performances. She then studied at California State UniversityLong Beach, but left before completing her degree to pursue her comedy and acting career.
Profession
Jessica Williams began her comedy and acting career at a young age and quickly became a rising star in the entertainment industry. She began honing her improvisational skills Improv Olympic West and Upright Citizens Brigade Theater in Los Angeles, paving the way for her 2012 breakthrough.
At only 22 years old, she became the youngest senior reporter The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, Her sharp sense of humor and insight into social issues make her stand out. She remained on the show until 2016, winning praise for her contributions.
Williams expands her creative portfolio by co-hosting popular podcast 2 Venom Queen With Phoebe Robinson, the show originated as a live performance in New York. The podcast’s success led to a Netflix special in 2018, providing a platform for storytelling, comedy and cultural commentary.
Highlights of her film career include starring in The incredible Jessica James (2017), she delivers a riveting performance as a playwright about life after a breakup. In 2018, she showcased her dramatic talents when she played the role of Eulalie Hicks in the film Eulalie Hicks. Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald.
On television, Williams made an unforgettable impression on HBO’s girls, renaissance twilight saga (2019) and Apple TV+ series shrink (2023), in which she stars alongside Jason Segel and Harrison Ford. her performance in the play shrink It has earned her widespread acclaim and recognition, including nominations for the Black Reel Television Awards, among other awards.
In addition to acting, Williams has engaged in a variety of creative endeavors, including animation voice acting and writing. Her work often blends humor with thoughtful social commentary, addressing topics such as race, gender, and identity through a comedic lens.
social media
- Instagram: Jessica Renee Williams (@msjwilly)
- Wikipedia: Jessica Williams (actor)
- IMDb: Jessica Williams
- Facebook: Jessica Williams
personal life
As of the latest news, Jessica Williams is not married and does not have a husband. She also has no children.
Standing approximately 6 feet (1.83 meters) tall, Williams is known for his commanding presence both on and off the screen.
The most high-profile relationship in her dating history was with photographer Blaine Spesak, whom she began dating in early 2014. Their relationship was quite public, with Williams often sharing photos of them together on social media.
Unfortunately, Spessak passed away in 2019, and Williams publicly reflected on her grief and recovery process via Instagram. Since his death, there has been no public confirmation that she is in another serious relationship. Williams has since kept her personal life relatively private, focusing on her career and personal growth.
net worth
Jessica Williams’ net worth is estimated to be approximately $2.5 million. Her wealth is mainly derived from her successful career as an actress, comedian, and writer.
Because of his role as “daily show,“Her role in the movie”The incredible Jessica James,” as well as her work in television series such as “shrink,” Williams has demonstrated versatility and critical acclaim in the entertainment industry.
Additionally, she participates in the podcast “2 Venom Queen” and various other media projects have helped boost her financial standing.
film chronology
tv show
- “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart” (2012-2016) – Senior Correspondent
- Girls (2013) – as Karen
- “Comic Explosion! Bang!” (2013-2014) – Various Characters
- “Broad City” (2016) – playing herself
- Love (2017) – as Nikki
- The Twilight Saga (2019) – Anne Miller in Downtime
- Enterprise (2019) – as Jessica
- BoJack Horseman (2019) – voice character Tanisha
- “Shrinking” (2023-present) – as Gaby
Movie
- People, Places, Things (2015) – as Kat
- The Incredible Jessica James (2017) – starring Jessica James
- Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald (2018) – as Eulalie ‘Lally’ Hicks
- “Booksmart” (2019) – as a teacher
- “Road Trip: Beer Pong” (2009) – Supporting role (one of her earliest roles)
podcast
- 2 Dope Queens (2016-2018) – Co-hosted with Phoebe Robinson, the series later became a Netflix special in 2018.
voice work
- “Animals.” (2016) – Various Voices
- BoJack Horseman (2019) – voiced by Tanisha
- Galaxy Entertainment (2022) – Dubbing
theater
- Williams has performed in various improv and comedy shows, notably at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theater in Los Angeles.
writing
- Jessica has contributed as a screenwriter to her own projects such as “2 Dope Queens.”
