Jurnee Diana Smollett is a prominent American actress whose career began in childhood. She gained initial recognition through television sitcoms like 'On Our Own' and 'Full House'. Her breakthrough role came with Kasi Lemmons's film 'Eve's Bayou', for which she received a Critics' Choice Movie Award. Smollett continues to be active in the entertainment industry.
October 1, 1986: Jurnee Smollett's Birth
On October 1, 1986, Jurnee Diana Smollett was born. She is an American actress.
1992: Acting Career Debut
In 1992, Jurnee Smollett began her acting career, appearing on Martin and Out All Night. She also had recurring roles on "Full House" and "Hangin' with Mr. Cooper".
1992: Appearance on 'Full House'
In 1992, Jurnee Smollett started appearing on the television sitcom "Full House".
1994: Co-starring in 'On Our Own'
From 1994, Jurnee Smollett co-starred with her siblings in the ABC sitcom "On Our Own".
1995: Appearance on 'On Our Own'
In 1995, Jurnee Smollett continued appearing on the television sitcom "On Our Own".
1996: Big-Screen Debut in 'Jack'
In 1996, Jurnee Smollett made her big-screen debut in the Francis Ford Coppola film "Jack".
1997: Role in 'Eve's Bayou'
In 1997, Jurnee Smollett gained recognition for her role in Kasi Lemmons' independent film "Eve's Bayou", which earned her a Critics' Choice Movie Award.
1997: Critical Acclaim for 'Eve's Bayou'
In 1997, Jurnee Smollett received critical acclaim for her performance in the film "Eve's Bayou", earning a Critic's Choice Award and a nomination for an NAACP Image Award.
1999: Starring in 'Selma, Lord, Selma'
In 1999, Jurnee Smollett starred in the ABC TV film "Selma, Lord, Selma".
2000: Co-starring in 'Beautiful Joe'
In 2000, Jurnee Smollett co-starred in the film "Beautiful Joe" with Sharon Stone and Billy Connolly.
2001: Role in 'Ruby's Bucket of Blood'
In 2001, Jurnee Smollett played the daughter of Angela Bassett in the television film "Ruby's Bucket of Blood".
2005: Co-starring in 'Roll Bounce'
In 2005, Jurnee Smollett co-starred with Bow Wow and Brandon T. Jackson in the roller skating film "Roll Bounce".
2006: Appearance in 'Gridiron Gang'
In 2006, Jurnee Smollett appeared in the drama film "Gridiron Gang".
2007: Portrayal of Samantha Booke in 'The Great Debaters'
In 2007, Jurnee Smollett portrayed Samantha Booke in the historical film "The Great Debaters", receiving an NAACP Image Award for her performance.
2007: Starring in 'The Great Debaters'
In 2007, Jurnee Smollett starred in the film "The Great Debaters".
October 24, 2010: Marriage to Josiah Bell
On October 24, 2010, Jurnee Smollett married musician Josiah Bell.
2010: Co-starring in 'The Defenders'
From 2010, Jurnee Smollett co-starred with Jim Belushi and Jerry O'Connell on the CBS legal drama "The Defenders".
2011: Role in 'Friday Night Lights'
In 2011, Jurnee Smollett continued as a regular cast member in the DirecTV drama series "Friday Night Lights", playing Jess Merriweather.
2013: Leading Role in 'Temptation: Confessions of a Marriage Counselor'
In 2013, Jurnee Smollett played the leading role in the drama film "Temptation: Confessions of a Marriage Counselor", directed by Tyler Perry. Also from 2013, she was a regular on the HBO series True Blood.
2013: Starring in 'Temptation: Confessions of a Marriage Counselor' and 'True Blood'
In 2013, Jurnee Smollett starred in the film "Temptation: Confessions of a Marriage Counselor" and the HBO series "True Blood".
2014: Role in 'True Blood'
From 2013 to 2014, Jurnee Smollett was a regular on the HBO series "True Blood".
2015: Cast as Rosalee in 'Underground'
In 2015, Jurnee Smollett was cast as Rosalee in the WGN America period drama series "Underground".
October 31, 2016: Birth of Son, Hunter
On October 31, 2016, Jurnee Smollett and Josiah Bell's son, Hunter, was born.
2016: Role in 'Underground'
In 2016, Jurnee Smollett had a television role in WGN America period drama "Underground".
2017: Role in 'Underground'
In 2017, Jurnee Smollett continued her television role in WGN America period drama "Underground".
March 2020: Filing for Divorce
In March 2020, Jurnee Smollett filed for divorce from Josiah Bell.
2020: Board of Directors for the Children's Defense Fund
In 2020, Smollett was on the board of directors for the Children’s Defense Fund.
August 2021: Divorce Finalized
In August 2021, Jurnee Smollett's divorce from Josiah Bell was finalized.
November 2021: Joining 'The Burial' Cast
In November 2021, Jurnee Smollett joined Jamie Foxx and Tommy Lee Jones in Amazon Studios' courtroom drama project "The Burial".
2022: Executive Production and Co-starring in 'Lou'
In 2022, Jurnee Smollett executive produced and co-starred in the Netflix thriller film, "Lou".
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