History of Garcelle Beauvais in Timeline

Garcelle Beauvais is a Haitian-American actress and television personality renowned for her roles in popular productions. She gained prominence for her starring roles in the sitcom 'The Jamie Foxx Show' and the crime drama 'NYPD Blue.' Beauvais has also appeared in notable films such as 'Coming to America' and its sequel, 'Coming 2 America,' 'White House Down,' and 'Spider-Man: Homecoming.' Her career spans both television and film, establishing her as a recognized figure in the entertainment industry.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

November 26, 1966: Garcelle Beauvais' Birth

On November 26, 1966, Garcelle Beauvais, a Haitian-American actress and television personality, was born.

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1984: First Television Appearance in Miami Vice

In 1984, Garcelle Beauvais made her first television appearance in an episode of Miami Vice.

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1988: Appearance in Coming to America

In 1988, Garcelle Beauvais appeared in the film Coming to America.

1991: Birth of Son, Oliver Saunders

In 1991, Garcelle Beauvais and Daniel Saunders had a son, Oliver Saunders.

1994: Role in Models Inc.

In 1994, Garcelle Beauvais gained prominence for her role as Cynthia Nichols in Models Inc.

1996: Co-starring in The Jamie Foxx Show

In 1996, Garcelle Beauvais began co-starring in The Jamie Foxx Show as Francesca "Fancy" Monroe.

May 2001: Marriage to Mike Nilon

In May 2001, Garcelle Beauvais married Mike Nilon.

2001: End of The Jamie Foxx Show

In 2001, Garcelle Beauvais finished her role in The Jamie Foxx Show.

2001: Role in NYPD Blue and Luther Vandross music video

In 2001, Garcelle Beauvais played Assistant District Attorney Valerie Heywood on NYPD Blue and appeared in Luther Vandross' music video, "Take You Out."

2004: End of NYPD Blue Role

In 2004, Garcelle Beauvais concluded her role as Assistant District Attorney Valerie Heywood on NYPD Blue.

October 18, 2007: Birth of Twin Sons

On October 18, 2007, Garcelle Beauvais and Mike Nilon's twin sons, Jax Joseph and Jaid Thomas Nilon, were born after five years of infertility treatment.

2008: Launch of Petit Bijou Jewelry Line

In 2008, Garcelle Beauvais launched a children's jewelry line called Petit Bijou.

April 2010: Accusation of Infidelity

In April 2010, Garcelle Beauvais publicly accused Mike Nilon of infidelity after he admitted to having an affair for five years.

May 10, 2010: Filing for Divorce

On May 10, 2010, Garcelle Beauvais filed for divorce from Mike Nilon, seeking joint custody of their sons.

2011: Role in Franklin & Bash

In 2011, Garcelle Beauvais played Hanna Linden on the TNT law drama Franklin & Bash.

2012: Role in Franklin & Bash

In 2012, Garcelle Beauvais played Hanna Linden on the TNT law drama Franklin & Bash.

2013: Appearance in White House Down

In 2013, Garcelle Beauvais appeared in the movie White House Down.

2013: Publication of I Am Mixed

In 2013, Garcelle Beauvais published a children's book titled I Am Mixed, which explores the experiences of children with mixed ethnicities.

I Am Mixed (I Am Book)

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2016: Co-host of Hollywood Today Live

In 2016, Garcelle Beauvais became one of the co-hosts of Hollywood Today Live.

2017: Appearance in Spider-Man: Homecoming

In 2017, Garcelle Beauvais appeared in the movie Spider-Man: Homecoming.

2017: Featured on Multiple Magazine Covers

In 2017, Garcelle Beauvais was featured on five different magazine covers.

June 2019: Editorial for Vogue Italia

In June 2019, Garcelle Beauvais appeared in an editorial for Vogue Italia.

April 2020: Joins The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills

In April 2020, Garcelle Beauvais joined The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills as the series' first black cast member.

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September 2020: Co-hosting The Real

In September 2020, Garcelle Beauvais began co-hosting the daytime talk show The Real.

2020: Joining The Real Housewives and Co-Hosting The Real

In 2020, Garcelle Beauvais joined the main cast of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills and became a co-host on The Real.

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2021: Appearance in Coming 2 America

In 2021, Garcelle Beauvais appeared in the movie Coming 2 America.

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2021: The Other Black Girl Novel

In 2021, Zakiya Dalila Harris wrote the novel The Other Black Girl.

The Other Black Girl: A Novel

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April 12, 2022: Publication of Love Me As I Am

On April 12, 2022, Garcelle Beauvais' memoir, Love Me As I Am: My Journey from Haiti to Hollywood to Happiness, co-written with Nicole E. Smith, was published.

July 13, 2022: Launch of Garcelle at Home Collection

On July 13, 2022, Garcelle Beauvais launched her home collection, "Garcelle at Home," on HSN, featuring comforter sets, lamps, pillows, and other accessories inspired by her Haitian heritage.