Josie Totah Biography: Age, Height, Net Worth, Parents, Movies & TV Shows, Career

Josie Jay Totah, famously known as Josie Totah and formerly as J.J. Totah, is an American actress, writer, and producer celebrated for her vibrant performances in television and film, including her recurring role as Stuart Wooten on Disney Channel’s Jessie and her lead role as Lexi Haddad-DeFabrizio in the Saved by the Bell reboot.

She gained critical acclaim for her work in the 2016 film Other People and has become a prominent advocate for transgender visibility since publicly coming out as a transgender woman in 2018.

Profile

• Full Name: Josie Jay Totah
• Stage Name: Josie Totah
• Born: 5, August 2001
• Age: 23 years old
• Birthplace: Sacramento, California, U.S.
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actress, Writer, and Producer
• Height: 1.57m
• Parents: Suheil Totah, Christine Totah
• Siblings: Camille Totah, Alex Totah
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $1 million

Early Life and Education

Josie Jay Totah was born on August 5, 2001, in Sacramento, California, to Suheil Totah, of Palestinian descent, and Christine Totah, of Lebanese, Irish, and Italian ancestry. She is the youngest of three children, with an older sister, Camille, and an older brother, Alex.

Josie attended a Catholic school before relocating to Los Angeles to pursue acting. Later, she enrolled at Chapman University’s Dodge College of Film and Media Arts, graduating in 2022. Totah is of Palestinian and Lebanese descent and identifies as semi-religious, though specific details about her faith are not publicly disclosed.

Career

Josie Jay Totah began her acting career in 2012, debuting as Lil’ Dictator in AwesomenessTV’s first production. She gained early recognition with a recurring role as Stuart Wooten on Disney Channel’s Jessie (2013–2015) and a supporting role as Michael Lovette in ABC’s Back in the Game (2013). Her performance in the 2016 film Other People earned her critical praise, with Variety naming her a Sundance Breakout Star.

Initially cast in male roles under the name J.J. Totah, she showcased her talent in guest appearances on shows like New Girl, 2 Broke Girls, and Liv and Maddie, as well as four episodes of Glee (2015) as Myron Muskovitz, the youngest member of New Directions.

In 2018, Totah starred as Michael Patel in NBC’s Champions, a comedy series created by Mindy Kaling, and publicly came out as a transgender woman, adopting the name Josie and shifting to female roles. Her lead role as Lexi in Peacock’s Saved by the Bell reboot (2020–2021) earned her a Critics’ Choice Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series, and she also served as a producer on the series, which won a GLAAD Media Award in 2022.

Totah expanded her portfolio with roles in Netflix’s Moxie (2021), directed by Amy Poehler, and voiced characters in animated series like Big Mouth and Human Resources (2022). She also developed a comedy pilot, Aunt Nancy, for NBC in 2016, highlighting her skills as a writer and producer.

Totah’s recent work includes a co-lead role as Mabel Elmsworth in Apple TV+’s period drama The Buccaneers (2023), earning acclaim for her grounded performance alongside Kristine Froseth and Christina Hendricks. She is set to appear in the upcoming horror reimagining Faces of Death with Barbie Ferreira and Dacre Montgomery. Beyond acting, Totah co-hosts the podcast Dare We Say with Yasmine Hamady and Alycia Pascual-Peña, discussing pop culture and social issues. Her advocacy for transgender rights and LGBTQ+ representation, recognized by awards like the Human Rights Campaign’s Visibility Award, has made her a significant voice for inclusivity in Hollywood.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @josietotah
• Facebook Handle: Josie Totah
• Twitter Handle: @josietotah

Personal Life

Josie Jay Totah is single and keeps her personal life private, with no confirmed romantic relationships. In January 2025, rumors of a relationship with her former Jessie co-star Karan Brar surfaced after a viral TikTok video showed them sharing a kiss. Totah clarified in a follow-up video that it was a playful moment between “platonic best friends,” dispelling speculation. She shares a close bond with her family, who have supported her career and transition, often appearing with her at public events.

Filmography

• Other People (2016)
• Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017)
• Magic Camp (2020)
• Moxie (2021)
• Saved by the Bell (2020–2021)
• The Buccaneers (2023)
• Faces of Death (upcoming)

Net Worth

Josie Jay Totah has an estimated net worth of $1 million, primarily earned through her acting roles in television series. Additional income comes from her work as a producer, voice acting in animated series, and brand endorsements. Her growing social media presence, with over 800,000 Instagram followers, also contributes to her earnings through promotional opportunities.