Sherri Saum Biography: Age, Husband, Children, Net Worth, Height, Parents, Movies & TV Shows

Sherri Michelle Saum also known as Sherri Saum is a distinguished American actress known for her powerful performances in television and film.

She gained widespread acclaim for her iconic role as Lena Adams Foster in the hit Freeform drama series The Fosters and its spin-off Good Trouble. With a career spanning over two decades, she has delivered memorable performances across soap operas, dramas, and independent projects while advocating for family and representation.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Sherri Michelle Saum
• Stage Name: Sherri Saum
• Born: October 1, 1974
• Age: 51 years old
• Birthplace: Dayton, Ohio, United States
• Nationality: American
• Ethnicity: Mixed (African-American and German)
• Occupation: Actress, Producer, Director
• Height: 1.78 m
• Religion: Christianity
• Parents: Mr. Saum and Lois Saum
• Siblings: Michael Saum and Lisa Saum
• Spouse: Kamar de los Reyes (deceased)
• Children: John Ruben de los Reyes and Michael Luis de los Reyes
• Relationship: Widowed
• Net Worth: $8 million USD

Early Life and Education

Sherri Michelle Saum was born on October 1, 1974, in Dayton, Ohio, United States to Mr. Saum and Lois Saum. Raised in a multicultural family with an African-American father and German mother, she developed a strong sense of identity and resilience.

She grew up with siblings Michael Saum and Lisa Saum. Discovered at a Model Search America convention in Kettering, Ohio during high school, she pursued modeling while attending Ohio State University and later New York University where she studied psychology. Her early experiences in modeling and education helped transition smoothly into acting.

Career

Sherri Michelle Saum began her acting career in the late 1990s with her breakthrough role as Vanessa Hart on the soap opera Sunset Beach. She earned a Daytime Emmy nomination for Outstanding Younger Actress. She later starred as Natalie in Rescue Me and gained massive popularity as Lena Adams Foster in The Fosters (2013-2018), portraying a strong lesbian mother in a groundbreaking family drama.

The role continued in Good Trouble. Her other notable works include appearances in Law & Order: Criminal Intent, One Life to Live, and various films. She has also ventured into producing and directing while maintaining an active presence in television. Known for her versatility and emotional depth, Sherri continues to inspire through authentic storytelling and representation.

Awards and Nominations

• Daytime Emmy Award Nomination for Outstanding Younger Actress (Sunset Beach)
• NAACP Image Awards recognitions
• GLAAD Media Awards for The Fosters ensemble

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @saumdays
• YouTube Channel: Official clips and interviews

Personal Life

Sherri Michelle Saum was married to actor Kamar de los Reyes from 2007 until his passing in 2023. The couple welcomed twin sons John Ruben de los Reyes and Michael Luis de los Reyes in 2014.

She also has a stepson from her husband’s previous relationship. She has spoken openly about navigating widowhood and raising her family. No other publicly known past relationships. She prioritizes family time and personal healing.

Sherri Michelle Saum is 51 years old. Height: 1.78 m.

Net Worth

Sherri Michelle Saum’s net worth is estimated at $8 million USD. Her income primarily comes from long-running television roles, acting in series and films, producing projects, brand endorsements, and residuals from popular shows like The Fosters.

Filmography

• The Fosters as Lena Adams Foster (2013-2018)
• Good Trouble as Lena Adams Foster (2019-2024)
• Sunset Beach as Vanessa Hart (1997-1999)
• Rescue Me as Natalie (2004-2011)
• The Last Mercenary (2021)
• Law & Order: Criminal Intent (guest roles)
• One Life to Live appearances
• Various independent films and theater productions