Elizabeth Berkley Biography: Height, Ethnicity, Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Books, Movies, Awards, Husband, Child

Elizabeth Berkley is an American actress and producer who rose to fame in the late 1980s and early 1990s.

She is best known for her role as Jessie Spano in the television series “Saved by the Bell,” which aired from 1989 to 1993.

Her portrayal of the intelligent and outspoken Jessie made her a recognizable figure among teen audiences.

In 1995, Berkley took on a more controversial role as Nomi Malone in the film “Showgirls,” which, despite its initial critical reception, has since gained a cult following.  

Profile

• Full name: Elizabeth Berkley
• Date of birth: July 28, 1972
• Age: 53 years old
• Gender: Female
• Place of birth: Farmington Hills, Michigan, USA
• State of origin: Michigan
• Nationality: American
• Profession: Actress, producer
• Height: 5 feet 10 inches
• Parents: Jere Berkley (mother), Fred Berkley (father)
• Siblings: Jason Berkley (brother)
• Spouse: Greg Lauren
• Children: Sky Cole Lauren
• Relationship status: Married
• Religion: Judaism
• Ethnicity: Jewish-American
• Net worth: $6 million

Early Life and Education

Elizabeth Berkley is now 53 years old and was born on July 28, 1972, in Farmington Hills, Michigan, USA. She is the daughter of Jere Berkley, who owned a gift basket business, and Fred Berkley, a lawyer. Elizabeth has an older brother named Jason.

Raised in a Jewish household, she celebrated her Bat Mitzvah at the age of 12. Berkley was born with heterochromia, a condition where her eyes are different colors; her right eye is half green and half brown, while her left eye is entirely green.

From a young age, she was passionate about dance and trained rigorously, even studying with choreographers in New York City. She attended Cranbrook Kingswood School and later graduated from North Farmington High School in 1990.

Personal Life

In 2003, Elizabeth Berkley married artist and actor Greg Lauren, the nephew of fashion designer Ralph Lauren. The couple welcomed their son, Sky Cole Lauren, on July 20, 2012.

Berkley has been involved in various philanthropic efforts, including animal rights activism. She has also been recognized for her work in empowering young women through her self-help initiatives.

Career

Elizabeth Berkley’s acting career began in the late 1980s with guest appearances on television shows. Her breakthrough came with the role of Jessie Spano on “Saved by the Bell,” where she portrayed a strong-willed and academically driven teenager.  

After the show ended, Berkley sought to transition into more mature roles, leading to her casting as Nomi Malone in “Showgirls.”  Although the film was met with negative reviews upon release, it later achieved cult status.

Berkley continued to work in both film and television, with roles in “The First Wives Club” and “Any Given Sunday,” as well as guest appearances on series like “CSI: Miami” and “The L Word.”  She also participated in reality television, competing on “Dancing with the Stars” in 2013.

Awards

• Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Actress – Showgirls (1995)
• Golden Raspberry Award for Worst New Star – Showgirls (1995)

Net Worth

Elizabeth Berkley’s net worth is estimated to be $6 million. She has accumulated her wealth through her acting career in film and television, as well as through various endorsements and public appearances.

Social Media

• Instagram: @elizberkley
• X: @ElizBerkley

Filmography

• Saved by the Bell (1989–1993) – Jessie Spano
• Showgirls (1995) – Nomi Malone
• The First Wives Club (1996) – Phoebe LaVelle
• Any Given Sunday (1999) – Mandy Murphy
• CSI: Miami (2008–2009) – Julia Winston
• The L Word (2009) – Kelly Wentworth
• Dancing with the Stars (2013) – Herself
• Saved by the Bell (2020–2021) – Jessie Spano

Books

• Ask Elizabeth: Real Answers to Everything You Secretly Wanted to Ask About Love, Friends, Your Body… and Life in General (2011)