Quick Info
| Profession | Actress |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 16/08/1958 |
| Age | 67 years |
| Birthplace | New York City, U.S.A |
Latest News about Angela Bassett
06/03/2026 '9-1-1' Renewed for Season 10 by ABC
05/03/2026 Angela Bassett Reveals Dream Role as Queen Nefertiti
03/04/2024 '9-1-1' cast talks 'crazy' 100th episode and 'Bachelor' crossover
11/01/2024 Angela Bassett receives an honorary Oscar after two nominations
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Angela Evelyn Bassett |
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| Zodiac Sign/Sun Sign | Leo |
| Hometown | Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Ethnicity/Race | African-American |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 163 cm |
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| Weight | 55 kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
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| College/University | Yale School of Drama, Yale University |
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Personal Life
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Relationships & More
| Sexual Orientation | Straight | ||||
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| Marital Status | Married | ||||
| Boyfriends/Affairs | Mark Jenkins (American Actor) | ||||
| Husband/Spouse | Courtney B. Vance (m. 1997) | ||||
| Marriage Date | 12/10/1997 | ||||
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Family
| Father | Daniel Benjamin Bassett |
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| Mother | Late Betty Jane |
| Sister | D'nette Bassett |
| Brother | None |
Career
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| Dream Role | Queen Nefertiti |
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| Favorite Food | Cup Cakes |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Angela Evelyn Bassett's middle name was given to honor her aunt, Evelyn. | |
| 2. She moved from Winston-Salem, North Carolina to St. Petersburg, Florida, following her parents' separation. | |
| 3. As a young child, she had a crush on the 'Jackson 5'. | |
| 4. Angela was actively involved in extracurricular activities during her school days. | |
| 5. She made history by becoming the first African-American from Boca Ciega High School to join the National Honor Society. | |
| 6. After graduating, she worked as a receptionist at a beauty salon and as a photo researcher. | |
| 7. Angela won a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress and received an Academy Award nomination. | |
| 8. She serves as an ambassador for UNICEF in the United States. | |
| 9. Together with her husband, she co-authored the book 'Friends: A Love Story'. | |
| 10. Angela lent her voice to characters in the films 'Meet the Robinsons' and 'The Simpsons'. | |
| 11. Time magazine named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2023. |