Sylvester Powell Biography: Parents, Net Worth, Age, Height, Ethnicity, Movies, Awards

Sylvester Powell is an American actor best known for playing Jessie “JR” Raymond Jr., a talented baseball player dealing with family expectations, in All American: Homecoming, with appearances on All American.

He has also appeared in Criminal Minds, Five Points, Two Wolves, and Kilo Valley, and has used his background in gymnastics, basketball, and baseball in acting roles and commercials for brands like Nike and ASICS.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Sylvester Powell
• Stage Name: Sylvester Powell
• Born: October 17, 1994
• Age: 31 years old
• Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, United States
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actor
• Height: 1.8m
• Parents: Sylvester Earl Powell, and Roshawn Reedy
• Siblings: 3
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Not married
• Net Worth: $1 million

Early Life and Education

Sylvester Powell was born on October 17, 1994, in Chicago, Illinois, specifically on the West Side, to Sylvester Earl Powell, a prolific songwriter and record producer, and Roshawn Reedy; his stepfather John Riddles entered his life around age four.

Growing up as the eldest of four siblings in a household immersed in music and the arts, his interest in performing sparked early.

His mother and stepfather enrolled him in acting and modeling classes as a child, leading to local work through high school.

A natural athlete, he won a Gold Medal in Tumbling at the Junior Olympics and excelled in gymnastics, basketball, and baseball.

After high school graduation, he relocated to Los Angeles to pursue acting full-time. His ethnicity is African American, and his religion is not publicly disclosed.

Career

Sylvester Powell started his professional path with child modeling and acting classes, building experience through local Chicago projects before moving to Los Angeles post-high school.

He landed early television credits, including a 2012 appearance on CSI: NY, and made his feature film debut as the lead Andre in the short Kilo Valley (2014).

His athleticism opened doors to global campaigns for Nike and ASICS, including a prominent spot in Nike’s Paris/Michael Jordan “Space Jam” 20th anniversary collaboration.

He gained further visibility with roles in 99 North (2014), The Gods, Two Wolves (2018 as Dreds), and guest spots on Criminal Minds (2020 as Marko Salazar) and Five Points.

Powell’s breakthrough arrived with a recurring role on All American, which expanded into a starring position as Jessie “JR” Raymond, Jr. on the spin-off All American: Homecoming starting in 2022.

The character, a varsity baseball standout carrying a family legacy tied to the sport and HBCU culture, allowed him to explore themes of identity, pressure, and growth across multiple seasons, earning praise for his nuanced performance in drama and lighter moments.

Sylvester Powell remains a rising presence in television, with his work on All American: Homecoming (through its final season) and crossovers solidifying his place in ensemble storytelling.

His blend of athletic prowess and emotional depth has positioned him as a versatile performer in young adult dramas, with ongoing opportunities in film and TV highlighting his steady climb in the industry.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @iamsylvesterpowell

Personal Life

Sylvester Powell maintains a private personal life, with no public record of marriage or children, choosing instead to keep the spotlight primarily on his professional work.

He resides in the Los Angeles area, where he continues to build his acting career while enjoying a relatively low-key lifestyle away from media attention.

Outside of his work, he has a strong interest in sports and values staying connected to his Chicago roots, which have played an important role in shaping his personality and outlook.

Filmography

• Kilo Valley (2014)
• 99 North (2014)
• The Gods
• Two Wolves (2018)
• We Were Meant To (2022)
• All American: Homecoming (2022–2024)
• All American (crossovers)
• Criminal Minds
• Five Points

Net Worth

Sylvester Powell has an estimated net worth of $1 million. His primary sources of income include his starring role and recurring appearances on All American: Homecoming and All American, guest spots on series like Criminal Minds and Five Points, early film work such as Two Wolves and Kilo Valley, plus commercial endorsements from brands like Nike and ASICS.