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Essence Atkins

Essence Atkins - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornFebruary 07, 1972
Age54
BirthplaceNew York City, New York, USA
Zodiac SignAquarius - (see also Essence Atkins's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacPig
GenerationGeneration X
Known ForTelevision roles in 'Smart Guy', 'Half & Half', 'Are We There Yet?', and 'Marlon'; film appearances such as 'A Haunted House'

Intro

Essence Atkins is an American actress best known for her roles in television sitcoms such as 'Smart Guy', 'Half & Half', and 'Are We There Yet?'. She has also appeared in a variety of films and has built a reputation for her comedic and dramatic talent.

Early Life & Background

Essence Atkins was born in New York City and began her acting career as a teenager, starting with a guest appearance on 'The Cosby Show.' She continued to work in television throughout the 1990s and 2000s, establishing herself as a prominent figure in African-American television comedy.

Career Highlights

  • Starring as Tasha Yvette Henderson on 'Smart Guy' (1997–1999)
  • Portraying Dee Dee Thorne on 'Half & Half' (2002–2006)
  • Leading role in 'Are We There Yet?' as Suzanne Kingston-Persons (2010–2013)
  • Co-starring in the sitcom 'Marlon' (2017–2018)
  • Appearing in films such as 'A Haunted House' (2013) and 'Deliver Us from Eva' (2003)

Trivia

  • Essence Atkins married Jaime Mendez, a former Puerto Rican college football free safety, in 2009, and the two have one child together.[1][2]
  • She began her professional acting career with a role on 'The Cosby Show' in 1986.

FAQs

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How old is Essence Atkins?

Essence Atkins is 54 years old.

When was Essence Atkins born?

Essence Atkins was born the 7 February 1972.

Where is Essence Atkins from?

New York City, New York, USA.

On Her Birth-Day

About February 7th, 1972, in brief:

  • Historical events: The Federal Election Campaign Act was signed into law on February 7, 1972, establishing regulations for campaign financing in federal elections. This act aimed to improve transparency and reduce corruption in political campaigns.
  • Day of the week: February 7th, 1972 was a Monday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Let's Stay Together by Al Green
  • #1 UK song: Son Of My Father by Chicory Tip
  • Popular movie: The Godfather directed by Francis Ford Coppola

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Essence_Atkins
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0040461/