Nicole Beharie Biography: Siblings, Height, Parents, Age, Net Worth, Awards, TV Shows, Spouse

Nicole Beharie is a talented American actress and singer. She has delivered powerful performances in acclaimed films and television series, bringing depth and authenticity to diverse roles.

Her work highlights strong female characters and cultural narratives, inspiring audiences through emotional range and dedication to meaningful storytelling.

Nicole Beharie
Wiki Facts & About Data
Name:	Nicole Beharie
Born:	January 3, 1985 (age 41 years old)
Place of Birth:	West Palm Beach, Florida, United States
Nationality:	American
Ethnicity:	African-American and Jamaican with Nigerian roots
Height:	155 cm
Religion:	Christianity
Parents:	Mr. Beharie and Colleen Kilgore
Occupation:	Actress, Singer
Net Worth:	$5 million

Early Life and Education

Nicole Beharie was born on January 3, 1985, in West Palm Beach, Florida, United States and was brought up by her parents, Mr. Beharie, who worked in the United States Foreign Service, and Colleen Kilgore.

Her ethnicity is African-American and Jamaican with Nigerian roots. She grew up with limited public details on siblings. Her religion is Christianity.

Due to her father’s career, she lived in the United Kingdom, Jamaica, Nigeria, and Panama during childhood.

She attended Orangeburg Wilkinson High School in South Carolina and graduated in 2003 from the South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts & Humanities.

She earned a BFA from the Juilliard School in 2007, receiving a prestigious Robin Williams Scholarship and training in England.

Career

Nicole Beharie began her professional path with her feature film debut in American Violet in 2008, earning critical praise and awards for her lead role.

She appeared in The Express and delivered standout performances in Shame opposite Michael Fassbender, 42 as Rachel Robinson, and Miss Juneteenth, winning the Gotham Award for Best Actress.

She starred as Abbie Mills in the Fox series Sleepy Hollow from 2013 to 2016. Additional credits include Black Mirror, Scenes from a Marriage, The Morning Show, earning an Emmy nomination, and films like Breaking and Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul.

She also sings and has contributed to soundtracks. Her work reflects versatility across drama, historical, and genre projects while advocating for authentic representation. She continues starring in upcoming series like All the Sinners Bleed.

Awards and Nominations

• Gotham Independent Film Award for Best Actress (Miss Juneteenth)
• African-American Film Critics Association Best Actress (American Violet)
• Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress (The Morning Show)
• NAACP Image Awards nominations

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @nicolebeharie

Personal life

Nicole Beharie, 41 years old, is currently unmarried and maintains a private personal life. She had a past relationship with actor Michael Fassbender from around 2010 to 2013.

No children are publicly known. She prioritizes personal growth and career focus. She remains engaged in a stable single life. Her height is 155 cm.

Net Worth

Nicole Beharie’s net worth is estimated at $5 million USD.

Her income primarily comes from acting roles in films, television series, and Broadway productions, along with singing contributions.

Additional revenue streams include endorsements and royalties from successful projects. The sustained success reflects dedication and smart career management in entertainment.

Filmography

• American Violet (2008)
• The Express (2008)
• Shame (2011)
• 42 (2013)
• Sleepy Hollow (2013-2016)
• Miss Juneteenth (2020)
• Scenes from a Marriage (2021)
• The Morning Show (2023)
• Breaking (2022)
• Love, Brooklyn (2025)