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Ariana DeBose

Actress

Ariana DeBose

  • Born: 25 January 1991, Wilmington, North Carolina, USA
  • Estimated net worth: $4 million

Ariana DeBose is an American actress and singer known for her powerful performances on stage and screen. She gained fame for her role as Anita in 'West Side Story' (2021) and has also appeared in 'The Prom' (2020). DeBose is celebrated for her dynamic vocal…

About Ariana DeBose

Ariana DeBose is an American actress and singer known for her powerful performances on stage and screen. She gained fame for her role as Anita in 'West Side Story' (2021) and has also appeared in 'The Prom' (2020). DeBose is celebrated for her dynamic vocal abilities and her contributions to musical theatre and film.

Born
25 January 1991, Wilmington, North Carolina, USA
Known for
Acting
Height
5 ft 5 in (1.65 m)
Children
0
Parents
Gina DeBose, Victor DeBose
Estimated net worth
$4 million

Fun facts about Ariana DeBose

  • Ariana DeBose is a trained dancer and has performed in various Broadway productions before transitioning to film.
  • She made history as the first Afro-Latina to win an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress.

Famous Ariana DeBose quotes

“I am proud to be a woman of color.”
West Side Story, 2021
“You gotta be bold, you gotta be brave.”
The Prom, 2020
“There's a place for us.”
West Side Story, 2021

Ariana DeBose filmography

Cast (54)

YearTitleCharacterRating
2026Tow MovieDenise6.6
2026Scarpetta TVLucy Farinelli-Watson6.5
2025Satisfied MovieSelf
2025Hamilton MovieEnsemble7.8
2025Love Hurts MovieRose Carlisle5.7
2025Hollywood Squares TVSelf4.4
2024Kraven the Hunter MovieCalypso Ezili6.4
2024San Juan Hill: Manhattan’s Lost Neighborhood MovieNarrrator1.0
2024House of Spoils MovieChef5.5
2024Argylle MovieKeira6.0
Show 44 more credits
YearTitleCharacterRating
2024I.S.S. MovieDr. Kira Foster5.7
2023Disney 100: A Century of Dreams - A Special Edition of 20/20 MovieSelf7.1
2023The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration MovieSelf8.0
2023Wish MovieAsha (voice)6.2
2023Disney 100: Remember That MovieSelf10.0
2023Once Upon a Studio MovieAsha (voice)8.3
2022The Jennifer Hudson Show TVSelf5.6
2022Sherri TVSelf - Guest2.6
2022Step Into… The Movies with Derek and Julianne Hough MovieSelf6.7
2022Human Resources TVDanielle (voice)6.6
2022The Stories of West Side Story MovieSelf7.3
2021West Side Story MovieAnita6.9
2021Something's Coming: West Side Story MovieSelf7.4
2021The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration MovieUnknown character5.0
2021Wicked in Concert: A Musical Celebration of the Iconic Broadway Score MovieSelf9.3
2021Schmigadoon! TVEmcee6.8
2021Schmigadoon! TVEmma Tate6.8
2020The Prom MovieAlyssa Greene6.1
2019The Kelly Clarkson Show TVSelf6.2
2019Today with Jenna & Sheinelle TVSelf3.3
2018Seaside MovieDaphne3.9
2016Westworld TVMaya8.0
2015Crossing the Line to Broadway MovieSelf (Nautica, World Premiere, 1'st National Tour + OBC)7.0
2014Variety Studio: Actors on Actors TVSelf4.2
2014Late Night with Seth Meyers TVSelf5.1
2014The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon TVSelf - Guest5.8
2014The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon TVSelf5.8
2011Company MovieEnsemble7.0
2009Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen TVSelf - Guest4.9
2007The Graham Norton Show TVSelf7.2
2005So You Think You Can Dance TVSelf - Contestant6.8
2003Jimmy Kimmel Live! TVSelf - Guest5.3
1997The View TVSelf4.3
1997The View TVSelf - Guest4.3
1996The Daily Show TVSelf - Guest6.4
1988LIVE with Kelly and Mark TVUnknown character5.6
1975Saturday Night Live TVSelf - Host6.9
1969Sesame Street TVSelf7.1
1956Tony Awards TVSelf - Host
1953The Oscars TVSelf7.1
1944Golden Globe Awards TVSelf - Presenter7.0
TBAMy Ex-Friend's Wedding MovieUnknown character
TBALear Rex MovieCordelia
TBATwo and Only MovieUnknown character

Crew (3)

YearTitleRoleRating
2026Tow MovieExecutive Producer · Production6.6
2022The Stories of West Side Story MovieThanks · Crew7.3
TBATwo and Only MovieExecutive Producer · Production

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Questions about Ariana DeBose

What are some of Ariana DeBose's career highlights?

Ariana DeBose's career highlights include her role as Anita in 'West Side Story' (2021) and her performances in Broadway shows like 'Hamilton' and 'Summer: The Donna Summer Musical'.

Has Ariana DeBose won any awards?

Yes, Ariana DeBose won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in 'West Side Story' (2021). She has also received a Tony Award nomination for her work on Broadway.

What was Ariana DeBose's first film?

Ariana DeBose's first film was 'The Greatest Showman' (2017), where she had a supporting role as a member of the ensemble cast.

What are some of her most successful films?

Some of Ariana DeBose's most successful films include 'West Side Story' (2021) and 'The Prom' (2020), both of which showcased her musical talents and acting skills.

What do we know about Ariana DeBose's personal life?

Ariana DeBose is private about her personal life. She has been open about her identity as a queer woman and advocates for representation in the entertainment industry.

What is Ariana DeBose's estimated net worth?

Ariana DeBose's estimated net worth is around $4 million, primarily from her acting and singing career in film, television, and theater.

What are some milestones in Ariana DeBose's filmography?

Milestones in Ariana DeBose's filmography include her breakout role in 'West Side Story' (2021) and her appearances in 'The Prom' (2020) and 'The Greatest Showman' (2017).

How did Ariana DeBose start her career?

Ariana DeBose started her career in musical theater, gaining recognition on Broadway before transitioning to film, where she quickly rose to prominence.