Joy Sunday Biography: Movies, TV Series, Siblings, Parents, Age, Net Worth, Height, Boyfriend

Joy Sunday is an American actress, celebrated for her compelling performances in film and television, most notably as Bianca Barclay in Netflix’s Wednesday (2022–present).

Rising to prominence with her breakout role in the Tim Burton-produced series, she has also appeared in films like Bad Hair (2020), Shithouse (2020), and Dog (2022).

Her versatile acting, rooted in her theater training and cinematic education, combined with her fashion-forward presence, has made her a rising star in Hollywood, earning praise for her depth and style.

Profile

• Full Name: Joy Okon Sunday
• Stage Name: Joy Sunday
• Born: 25 September 1996
• Age: 29 years old
• Birthplace: Staten Island, New York, U.S.
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actress, Producer, and Director
• Height: 1.65m
• Parents: Unknown
• Siblings: Victor Okon
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $1 million

Early Life and Education

Joy Sunday was born on September 25, 1996, in Staten Island, New York, to Nigerian parents whose names are unknown. Both immigrated to the U.S. She grew up with her brother, Victor Okon, an entrepreneur and creative technologist.

She attended Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts in New York City, where she honed her theater skills alongside notable alumni like Timothée Chalamet and Nicki Minaj.

Sunday later graduated from USC’s School of Cinematic Arts in Los Angeles with an honors degree in Critical Studies, while also working as a filmmaker with the Tribeca Film Institute on short films. Her ethnicity is Nigerian-American, and she identifies with the Christian faith.

Career

Joy Sunday began her acting career with short films like Embody (2014) and Darling (2017), where she also served as director and producer. Her television debut came in 2018 with a guest role as Abina in CBS’s MacGyver, followed by appearances in Yas Kween (2018, 5 episodes) and Good Trouble (2019).

She joined the Screen Actors Guild in 2020 with her role as Cynthia in Bad Hair, a horror-comedy directed by Justin Simien. That same year, she played Sophia in the critically acclaimed Shithouse and appeared as Claire in Dear White People (2021). Additional film roles include The Beta Test (2021) as Celia and Dog (2022) as Dr. Gray.

Her breakout role came in 2022 as Bianca Barclay, a siren and queen bee at Nevermore Academy, in Netflix’s Wednesday. The role, which required her to wear silver contacts, showcased her ability to portray a complex character with vulnerability and strength, earning widespread praise, as noted in Teen Vogue and Essence.

Season 2 of Wednesday (2025) further explored Bianca’s backstory, deepening her arc, as Sunday discussed in a Refinery29 interview. She also stars in the upcoming TV miniseries DTF St. Louis (in production) as Jodie Plumb.

Beyond acting, Sunday has produced and directed shorts like The Maestro (2018) and narrated audiobooks, showcasing her multifaceted talents. Her fashion influence, highlighted by W Magazine and HelloBeautiful, has seen her don designs by McQueen and LaQuan Smith, cementing her status as a style icon.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @joysunday
• Facebook Handle: Unknown
• Twitter Handle: Unknown

Personal Life

Joy Sunday is single, with no confirmed spouse, romantic partners, or children. She maintains a private personal life, focusing on her career and advocacy. She is also an advocate for social causes, as seen in her work with the Tribeca Film Institute.

Filmography

• Films: Embody (2014, Sasha)
• Darling (2017, Director/Producer)
• Bad Hair (2020, Cynthia)
• Shithouse (2020, Sophia)
• The Beta Test (2021, Celia)
• Dog (2022, Dr. Gray)
• Rise (2023, Rayowa)

Television:

• MacGyver (2018, Abina)
• Yas Kween (2018, Ria)
• Good Trouble (2019, Janella)
• Dear White People (2021, Claire)
• Wednesday (2022–present, Bianca Barclay)
• DTF St. Louis (TBA, Jodie Plumb)

Net Worth

Joy Sunday has an estimated net worth of $1 million, derived from her acting roles in film and television, particularly Wednesday, as well as her work as a producer and director. Additional income comes from audiobook narration and potential brand partnerships tied to her growing fashion influence.