Jackée Harry Biography: TV Shows, Comedy, Awards, Age, Ex-Husband, Son, Net Worth, Movies, Height, TikTok

Jackée Harry, born Jacqueline Yvonne Harry, is an American actress, comedian, and television personality who rose to prominence through her scene-stealing performances in some of television’s most popular sitcoms.

She first gained widespread recognition for her role as Sandra Clark on the NBC comedy series 227, where her sharp comedic timing and energetic personality made her a fan favorite.

Her career reached a historic milestone when she became the first African-American actress to win a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for the role.

Beyond her breakthrough success, she remained a familiar face on television through major roles in Sister, Sister, daytime dramas, and numerous film and stage productions.

Jackée Harry
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Jacqueline Yvonne Harry
Stage Name:	Jackée Harry
Born:	August 14, 1956 (age 69 years old)
Place of Birth:	Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States
Nationality:	American
Ethnicity:	African-American
Religion:	Christianity
Parents:	Warren Harry and Flossie Harry
Spouse:	Elgin Charles Williams (m. 1996–2003)
Children:	Frank Harry
Occupation:	Actress, Comedian, and Television Personality
Net Worth:	$6.5 million

Early Life and Education

Jacqueline Yvonne Harry was born on August 14, 1956, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States. She spent part of her childhood in North Carolina before relocating to New York City with her family at the age of nine.

Raised primarily by her mother, Flossie Harry, she grew up in Harlem, where she developed a strong interest in the performing arts.

She attended the High School of Music and Art in New York City, where she studied vocal performance.

After graduating, she enrolled at Long Island University and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in American History.

Before pursuing acting full-time, she worked as a history teacher at Brooklyn Technical High School for two years.

Her passion for entertainment eventually led her to study acting and theatre, setting the foundation for her future career.

Personal Life

Jackée Harry is currently single. She was previously married to celebrity hairstylist Elgin Charles Williams. The couple married in 1996 and divorced in 2003.

During their marriage, they adopted a son, Frank Harry, in 1997. Jackée has often spoken proudly about her role as a mother and has remained close to her son throughout his life. She is also a grandmother to one grandchild, Kydrinn.

Following her divorce, she chose to keep much of her romantic life private while focusing on her family, acting career, and various entertainment projects.

Career

Jackée Harry began her professional acting career in theatre before making her Broadway debut in A New York Summer in 1978.

Her first major television role came in 1983 when she joined the cast of the soap opera Another World.

Her breakthrough arrived in 1985 when she was cast as Sandra Clark on the hit sitcom 227.

The role showcased her unique comedic style and earned her widespread acclaim, culminating in a Primetime Emmy Award in 1987.

She continued building her television career with notable appearances in The Women of Brewster Place and reached another level of popularity as Lisa Landry on the successful sitcom Sister, Sister from 1994 to 1999.

Her portrayal of the lovable adoptive mother remains one of her most recognized roles.

Over the years, she has appeared in numerous television series, films, and stage productions, including Everybody Hates Chris, Let’s Stay Together, The Paynes, and various television movies.

In 2021, she joined the cast of the long-running daytime soap opera Days of Our Lives as Paulina Price, introducing her to a new generation of viewers.

Awards

• Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series (1987)
• NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series (1999)
• NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series (2000)

Net Worth

Jackée Harry has an estimated net worth of approximately $6.5 million. Her wealth comes primarily from decades of television acting, syndication royalties, film appearances, theatre productions, guest appearances, endorsements, and other entertainment ventures.

Social Media

• Instagram: @jackeeharry
• X: @JackeeHarry
• TikTok: @jackeeharry

Filmography

• The Cotton Club (1984)
• 227 (1985–1990)
• Sister, Sister (1994–1999)
• You Got Served (2004)
• Everybody Hates Chris (2006–2008)
• Glee (2012)
• The Christmas Hotel (2019)
• Days of Our Lives (2021–present)