DeWanda Wise
Actress

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DeWanda Wise is an incredibly talented actress, producer, and miscellaneous crew member. She graduated from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts and has since starred in award-winning shorts and independent films, as well as Spike Lee's Netflix adaptation of "She's Gotta Have It" and Fox's "Shots Fired". She has also written and produced her own film, "Where You Go", which premiered at Cannes in the Short Film Corner. Her theater credits include originating the role of Nina in Dominique Morisseau's "Sunset Baby" and other praised performances in "Race", "Flight", and "In the Continuum". She has also appeared in "Firelight", "Boardwalk Empire", "The Good Wife", "The Mentalist", and the Law and Order franchise. DeWanda graduated with honors and is a Tisch Scholar Award recipient. She currently resides in California with her husband, actor/producer Alano Miller.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Who is it? Actress, Producer, Miscellaneous Crew
Residence Pasadena, California.
Alma mater Tisch School of the Arts
Occupation Actress
Years active 2006-present
Spouse(s) Alano Miller (m. 2009–present)

💰 Net worth: $200,000 (2024)

DeWanda Wise is an incredibly talented actress, producer, and miscellaneous crew member, whose net worth is estimated to be $200,000 in 2024. With her exceptional skills and versatility, Wise has made a remarkable impact in the entertainment industry. She has captivated audiences with her powerful performances, proving her exceptional talent as an actress and her ability to portray a wide range of characters. Additionally, her involvement in various projects as a producer and miscellaneous crew member has further showcased her dedication and versatility. With her immense talent and continuous involvement in the industry, it is no surprise that Wise has achieved commendable financial success.

Biography/Timeline

2006

She was born DeWanda Jackson in Jessup, Maryland and raised in Woodlawn, Laurel, and Baltimore. In high school, Wise thought she wanted to be a therapist until she took AP Psychology and decided that was not the case. She began acting her sophomore year of at Atholton High School when her high school theatre Director, Nathan Rosen offered her a part in a production en lieu of detention. In 2006, she graduated from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts with a bachelor's in fine arts in drama and urban studies. During her undergraduate years, Wise worked as a resident assistant and a stocker at Trader Joe's.

2009

Wise married fellow actor Alano Miller in 2009 after three months of dating. Wise is a vegan. She lives in Pasadena, California.

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