Jurnee Smollett

Jurnee Diana Smollett-Bell (born Jurnee Diana Smollett; October 1, 1986) is an American actress. She is best known for the role of Jess Merriweather on the critically acclaimed television series Friday Night Lights. Her most notable films are Eve's Bayou and The Great Debaters. Smollett was born in New York City, the daughter of Janet, a humanitarian and civil rights activist, and Joel Smollett. Her father is Jewish and her mother is African Amer... More

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  • Oct 1, 1986 (age 25 years)

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  • 1.67 m (5.48 ft )

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  • Jurnee Diana Smollett,
  • Jurnee Diana Smollett-Bell

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  • 1997

BFCA Critics' Choice Award for Best Child Performer Winners

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