Faruq Tauheed Biography: Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Height, Ethnicity, Films

Faruq Tauheed Jenkins, widely recognized for his energetic presence on television, gained prominence as the ring announcer for the competitive robotics show BattleBots.

His distinctive voice and engaging introductions of battling robots have made him a standout figure in the series.

Beyond BattleBots, Faruq has showcased his versatility through roles in television series such as Cold Case, The Shield, NCIS, and New Girl, as well as voice work in video games like Mass Effect 3 and BioShock Infinite.

Profile

• Full name: Faruq Tauheed Jenkins
• Date of birth: August 7, 1979
• Age: 45 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
• State of origin: Pennsylvania
• Nationality: American
• Profession: Actor, Voice-over Artist, Television Host
• Height: 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 m)
• Parents: N/A
• Siblings: N/A
• Spouse: Leslie L. Miller
• Children: Sylas Jahi-Asim Jenkins
• Relationship status: Married
• Religion: Islam
• Ethnicity: Black. His AncestryDNA results indicate that over 50% of his origins trace back to Nigeria.
• Net worth: $4 million

Early Life and Education

Faruq Tauheed Jenkins is now 46 years old, having been born on August 7, 1979, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Faruq was born Muslim and named after the last King of Egypt. His name, Faruq Tauheed, reflects his Islamic heritage, with “Faruq” meaning “one who can distinguish truth from falsehood” and “Tauheed” signifying “all-knowing of God.”

He pursued his education in New York City and London, where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. Faruq began his career in radio at the age of 19, laying the foundation for his future endeavours in the entertainment industry.

Personal Life

Faruq Tauheed is married to Leslie L. Miller. The couple tied the knot on November 2, 2013, after a long-term relationship. They have a son named Sylas Jahi-Asim Jenkins, born on December 3, 2006. Leslie has also contributed to the entertainment industry, notably voicing the character Lou in the 2019 video game Far Cry New Dawn.

Career

Faruq Tauheed‘s career cut across various facets of the entertainment industry. He began in radio before transitioning to television and film. Faruq has appeared in television series such as Cold Case, The Shield, NCIS, and New Girl.

His film debut was in Selma, Lord, Selma (1999). As a voice-over artist, he has contributed to video games like Mass Effect 3 and BioShock Infinite. Faruq gained significant recognition as the ring announcer for BattleBots, where his dynamic introductions became a hallmark of the show. He also hosted the spin-off series BattleBots: Bounty Hunters.

Net Worth

Faruq Tauheed’s net worth is estimated at $4 million. His income is derived from his work as an actor, voice-over artist, and television host.

Social Media

• Instagram: @faruqadelphia
• X: @Faruqadelphia

Filmography

• Selma, Lord, Selma (1999)
• Cold Case
• The Shield
• NCIS
• New Girl
• BattleBots
• BattleBots: Bounty Hunters
• Brooklyn Nine-Nine
• We Bare Bears
• Team Hot Wheels: The Origin of Awesome!
• Team Hot Wheels: The Skills to Thrill
• Young Love (2023)
• The Loud House (2022)
• The Adventures of Rocky and Bullwinkle (2018)
• Room 104 (2017)
• Gamer’s Guide to Pretty Much Everything (2016)
• Strong Medicine (2005)
• Fastlane (2003)
• The Bernie Mac Show (2002)