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Nia Long

Nia Long - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornOctober 30, 1970
Age55
BirthplaceBrooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
Zodiac SignScorpio - (see also Nia Long's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacDog
GenerationGeneration X
Known ForActing in film and television, particularly roles in 'Boyz n the Hood,' 'Love Jones,' and 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.'

Intro

Nia Long is an American actress widely recognized for her roles in film and television, including classic comedies and dramas from the 1990s and 2000s. She is particularly known for performances in 'Boyz n the Hood,' 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,' and 'Big Momma’s House.'

Early Life & Background

Nia Long was born in Brooklyn, New York. Her mother, a teacher and printmaker, and her father, a high school teacher, divorced when she was young. She moved to Iowa City, Iowa, with her mother, and later to South Los Angeles. Long attended Westchester High School in Los Angeles, where she developed an interest in acting and studied ballet, tap, jazz, and gymnastics.

Career Highlights

  • Breakthrough role as Brandi in 'Boyz n the Hood' (1991)
  • Portrayed Beullah 'Lisa' Wilkes on 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' (1994-1995)
  • Leading roles in films such as 'Love Jones' (1997), 'Soul Food' (1997), and 'Big Momma's House' (2000) and its sequel
  • Regular cast member in the TV series 'Third Watch' (2003–2005)
  • Recipient of several NAACP Image Awards

Trivia

  • She has Trinidadian, Grenadian, and Bajan ancestry through her maternal grandparents.
  • She is an advocate for mentoring young Black girls and is involved in various community programs.
  • She declined a role on the TV hit show 'Desperate Housewives' to spend more time with her family.

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Nia Long?

Nia Long is 55 years old.

When was Nia Long born?

Nia Long was born the 30 October 1970.

Where is Nia Long from?

Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA.

On Her Birth-Day

About October 30th, 1970, in brief:

  • Historical events: On October 30, 1970, Vietnam experienced severe monsoon floods that caused widespread destruction and loss of life. The floods were exacerbated by heavy rainfall, leading to significant humanitarian challenges in the affected areas.
  • Day of the week: October 30th, 1970 was a Friday
  • Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: I'll Be There by Jackson 5
  • #1 UK song: Band Of Gold by Freda Payne
  • Popular movie: Catch-22 directed by Mike Nichols

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nia_Long
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0005163/