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Regina King

Actor

Regina King

  • Born: 15 January 1971, Los Angeles, California, USA
  • Estimated net worth: $16 million

Regina King is an acclaimed American actress and director known for her powerful performances in film and television. She gained recognition for her roles in 'Jerry Maguire' and 'If Beale Street Could Talk,' showcasing her versatility and depth. King is…

About Regina King

Regina King is an acclaimed American actress and director known for her powerful performances in film and television. She gained recognition for her roles in 'Jerry Maguire' and 'If Beale Street Could Talk,' showcasing her versatility and depth. King is celebrated for her compelling presence and ability to portray complex characters, earning her numerous awards and critical acclaim throughout her career.

Born
15 January 1971, Los Angeles, California, USA
Height
5 ft 3 in (1.60 m)
Spouses
Ian Alexander Sr. (1997-2007)
Children
1, Ian Alexander Jr.
Parents
Thomas King, Gloria King
Estimated net worth
$16 million

Fun facts about Regina King

  • Regina King won an Emmy Award for her role in the series 'Seven Seconds' in 2018.
  • She made her directorial debut with the film 'One Night in Miami' in 2020, which received critical praise.

Famous Regina King quotes

“It's not about being perfect. It's about the journey.”
One Night in Miami, 2020
“You have to find your own path.”
A Christmas Mystery, 2022
“I want to be a part of something that has a message.”
If Beale Street Could Talk, 2018

Regina King filmography

Cast (97)

YearTitleCharacterRating
2027Children of Blood and Bone MovieQueen Nehanda
2025Caught Stealing MovieDetective Roman6.8
2025Escape Room MovieUnknown character8.2
2024Butterfly in the Sky MovieSelf (archive footage)8.2
2024Shirley MovieShirley Chisholm6.6
2022Phat Tuesdays: The Era of Hip Hop Comedy TVSelf6.0
2022JANET JACKSON. TVSelf7.5
20212021 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony MovieSelf4.0
2021The Harder They Fall MovieTrudy Smith6.6
2021Flag Day MovieU.S. Marshal Blake5.8
Show 87 more credits
YearTitleCharacterRating
2021Directors on Directors TVSelf
2020Bottomless Brunch at Colman's TVSelf10.0
2019Watchmen TVAngela Abar / Sister Night7.6
2019The Kelly Clarkson Show TVSelf6.2
2019The Tamron Hall Show TVSelf - Guest4.7
2019A Lifetime of Sundays MovieNarrator
2018If Beale Street Could Talk MovieSharon Rivers6.9
2018The Alec Baldwin Show TVSelf1.0
2018Seven Seconds TVLatrice Butler7.3
2017August 28: A Day in the Life of a People MovieSelf1.0
2016The Snowy Day MovieMom (voice)7.0
2016Full Frontal with Samantha Bee TVSelf6.0
2015The Late Show with Stephen Colbert TVSelf6.1
2015Close Up with The Hollywood Reporter TVSelf6.2
2015American Crime TVAliyah Shadeed6.7
2015American Crime TVTerri LaCroix6.7
2015American Crime TVKimara Walters6.7
2014Variety Studio: Actors on Actors TVSelf4.2
2014Planes: Fire & Rescue: Smoke Jumpers MovieDynamite (voice)6.8
2014Planes: Fire & Rescue MovieDynamite (voice)6.2
2014The Strain TVRuby Wain7.5
2014The Leftovers TVErika Murphy7.7
2014Late Night with Seth Meyers TVSelf - Guest5.1
2014The Gabby Douglas Story MovieNatalie Hawkins7.4
2013Inside the Box MovieStephanie Miles6.5
2011The Enduring Significance of 'Boyz n the Hood' MovieSelf2.0
2011Shameless TVGail Johnson8.2
2010The Talk TVSelf3.0
2010Our Family Wedding MovieAngela5.6
2010Who Do You Think You Are? TVSelf6.9
2009Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen TVSelf - Guest4.9
2009Southland TVDetective Lydia Adams7.9
2009Late Night with Jimmy Fallon TVSelf - Guest5.9
2009RuPaul's Drag Race TVSelf - Guest Judge7.5
2008Living Proof MovieEllie Jackson6.5
2008Hope and Miracles: The Making of 'Living Proof' MovieSelf10.0
2008The Wendy Williams Show TVUnknown character5.7
2007This Christmas MovieLisa Whitfield Moore6.6
2007The Big Bang Theory TVJanine Davis7.9
2007Grindin' MovieHerself3.5
2007Year of the Dog MovieLayla5.5
2007The Graham Norton Show TVSelf7.2
2006The Ant Bully MovieKreela (voice)5.8
2005The Boondocks TVHuey Freeman / Riley Freeman (voice)8.3
2005Weekends at the D.L. TVUnknown character9.0
2005Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous MovieSam Fuller5.7
2004Ray MovieMargie Hendricks7.5
2004Genius. A Night for Ray Charles MovieSelf7.4
2004A Cinderella Story MovieRhonda6.6
2003The Ellen DeGeneres Show TVSelf5.6
2003Friendly Fire: Making of an Urban Legend MovieSelf6.0
2003Legally Blonde 2: Red, White & Blonde MovieGrace Rossiter5.7
2003Daddy Day Care MovieKim Hinton5.9
2003Jimmy Kimmel Live! TVSelf - Guest5.3
2003Jimmy Kimmel Live! TVSelf5.3
2002Damaged Care MovieCheryl Griffith7.0
2002Leap of Faith TVCynthia8.5
2002Truth Be Told MovieRayne7.3
200124 TVSandra Palmer7.8
2001Good Day Live TVSelf3.8
2001Down to Earth MovieSontee Jenkins5.6
2000The Acting Class MovieSelf6.0
2000If These Walls Could Talk 2 MovieAllie6.5
1999Love and Action in Chicago MovieLois Newton4.9
1999Where the Truth Lies MovieLillian Rose-Martin7.0
1998Mighty Joe Young MovieCecily Banks6.3
1998Enemy of the State MovieCarla Dean7.1
1998How Stella Got Her Groove Back MovieVanessa5.8
1998Rituals MovieIris9.0
1997The View TVSelf4.3
1996Jerry Maguire MovieMarcee Tidwell7.0
1996The Daily Show TVSelf6.4
1996A Thin Line Between Love and Hate MovieMia5.7
1995Friday MovieDana7.2
1995Higher Learning MovieMonet6.3
1994New York Undercover TVMarah7.3
1993Living Single TVUnknown character8.0
1993Poetic Justice MovieIesha6.7
1991Boyz n the Hood MovieShalika7.6
1990Northern Exposure TVMother Nature7.8
1985The NBC All Star Hour: Let's All Be There MovieUnknown character
1985227 TVBrenda Jenkins6.9
1983Reading Rainbow TVSelf - Narrator (voice)8.4
1975Saturday Night Live TVSelf - Host6.9
1953The Oscars TVSelf7.1
1953The Oscars TVSelf - Presenter7.1
TBAStory of a Village MovieSelf

Crew (16)

YearTitleRoleRating
2025FOREVER TVExecutive Producer · Production6.8
2025FOREVER TVDirector · Directing6.8
2024A Man in Full TVDirector · Directing6.2
2024A Man in Full TVExecutive Producer · Production6.2
2024Shirley MovieProducer · Production6.6
Show 11 more credits
YearTitleRoleRating
2020One Night in Miami... MovieExecutive Producer · Production7.0
2020One Night in Miami... MovieDirector · Directing7.0
2017The Good Doctor TVDirector · Directing8.5
2016Insecure TVDirector · Directing7.2
2016This Is Us TVDirector · Directing8.2
2016Animal Kingdom TVDirector · Directing7.8
2016The Catch TVDirector · Directing6.6
2013Let the Church Say Amen MovieDirector · Directing8.3
2012Scandal TVDirector · Directing7.2
2011Shameless TVDirector · Directing8.2
TBAStory of a Village MovieDirector · Directing

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Questions about Regina King

What are some of Regina King's career highlights?

Regina King has had numerous career highlights, including her Emmy wins for 'American Crime' and 'Watchmen.' She has also received critical acclaim for her performances in films like 'If Beale Street Could Talk' and 'Jerry Maguire.'

Has Regina King won any Oscars?

Yes, Regina King won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in 'If Beale Street Could Talk' in 2019.

What was Regina King's first film?

Regina King's first film was 'Boyz n the Hood,' released in 1991, where she played the character Brenda.

What are some of Regina King's most successful films?

Some of Regina King's most successful films include 'If Beale Street Could Talk,' 'Jerry Maguire,' and 'The Harder They Fall,' showcasing her range and talent.

What can you tell me about Regina King's personal life?

Regina King is a single mother to her son, Ian Alexander Jr. She is known for keeping her personal life private while being an advocate for various social issues.

What is Regina King's estimated net worth?

Regina King's estimated net worth is around $16 million, accumulated through her successful acting and directing career.

What are some milestones in Regina King's filmography?

Milestones in Regina King's filmography include her breakthrough role in 'Boyz n the Hood,' her Emmy wins, and her directorial debut with 'One Night in Miami,' which received significant acclaim.

What genres does Regina King typically work in?

Regina King typically works in drama and thriller genres, often taking on roles that challenge social norms and explore complex human experiences.