Iantha Richardson Biography: Dancing, Parents, Age, Height, Net Worth, Boyfriend, Movies, TV Shows, Instagram

Iantha Richardson is an American actress, director, producer, and professional dancer recognized for her compelling performances in television dramas.

She gained widespread recognition after portraying Tessa Lorraine in American Soul, Adult Tess Pearson in This Is Us, and Faith Mitchell in Will Trent.

In addition to acting, she has expanded her career into directing, further establishing herself as a versatile talent in the American entertainment industry.

Iantha Richardson
Wiki Facts & About Data
Name:	Iantha Richardson
Born:	June 16, 1990 (age 36 years old)
Place of Birth:	Washington, D.C., United States
Nationality:	American
Height:	5 ft 6 in (168 cm)
Religion:	Christianity
Parents:	Mr. and Mrs. Richardson
Occupation:	Actress, Director, Producer, Dancer
Net Worth:	$2 million

Early Life and Education

Iantha Richardson was born on June 16, 1990, in Washington, D.C., United States.

She spent her childhood under the guidance of Mr. and Mrs. Richardson, while details about her siblings have not been publicly available. She practices Christianity.

From an early age, she developed a passion for the performing arts, particularly dance, before discovering her love for acting.

She attended the Baltimore School for the Arts and later graduated from Fordham University, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance alongside studies in African American Studies. Her ethnicity is African American.

Career

Iantha Richardson began building her acting career through stage productions and guest appearances in television before securing recurring roles in Journey of a Goddess and Jones.

She earned broader recognition after portraying Adult Tess Pearson in the award-winning NBC drama This Is Us, a role that showcased her emotional range.

Her career continued to flourish after joining the main cast of BET’s American Soul as Tessa Lorraine, followed by a recurring role in Good Trouble.

In 2023, she achieved another career milestone after being cast as Detective Faith Mitchell in ABC’s Will Trent, one of her most prominent roles to date.

Beyond acting, Iantha Richardson has worked as a professional dancer alongside renowned companies including The Ailey Company and Lula Washington Dance Theatre.

She has also expanded into directing, making her television directorial debut and demonstrating her growing influence behind the camera.

Awards and Nominations

• No major individual awards or nominations have been recorded

Social Media

• Instagram: @ianthasheri

Personal Life

Iantha Richardson is 36 years old and is currently single. She has not publicly confirmed a marriage or engagement, and there are no known reports of previous public relationships.

She does not have children. Alongside acting, she has maintained a lifelong passion for dance and continues to support artistic projects that celebrate creativity and cultural expression.

Her interests include dancing, travelling, fitness, storytelling, and mentoring aspiring performers.

She remains active in both acting and directing as her career continues to grow. Her height is 5 ft 6 in (168 cm).

Net Worth

Iantha Richardson’s net worth is $2 million USD.

Her income is generated primarily from acting in television series and films, together with directing, producing, and professional dance performances.

Additional earnings come from commercial appearances, entertainment projects, and creative collaborations.

As her work continues to expand across acting and directing, her growing success has contributed steadily to her overall financial standing.

Filmography

• Why Are You Single the Stageplay (2015)
• Journey of a Goddess (2016)
• Truth or Dare (2017)
• Benny Got Shot (2017)
• This Is Us (2017–2022)
• Jones (2018–2019)
• Log Off (2018)
• American Soul (2019–2020)
• Good Trouble (2019–2024)
• None of the Above (2021)
• Will Trent (2023–present)
• Don’t Tell Mom the Babysitter’s Dead (2024)