Keke Palmer

Actress, singer, songwriter, television personality

American Harvey, Illinois, U.S.

Quick Info

ProfessionActress, singer, songwriter, television personality
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth26/08/1993
Age33 years
BirthplaceHarvey, Illinois, U.S.

Latest News about Keke Palmer

15/02/2025

Keke Palmer received special recognition at the 2025 NAACP Image Awards for her work in entertainment and her influence as a performer. The honor highlighted her impact across acting, hosting, and broader representation in the industry.

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Bio/Wiki

Lauren Keyana Palmer is professionally known as Keke Palmer.
She is an American actress, singer, songwriter, and television personality.
She is the youngest person and first African-American woman to play Cinderella in the Broadway musical adaptation of 'Cinderella'.
She has received two Primetime Emmy Awards.

Physical Stats & More

Height5 ft 6 in

Personal Life

She was born on 26 August 1993 in Harvey, Illinois.
She was raised in Robbins, Illinois.
Her parents are Sharon Palmer and Larry Palmer, both former actors.
She has one child.

Family

MotherSharon Palmer
FatherLarry Palmer
Children1

Career

Known For
  • Akeelah and the Bee
  • True Jackson, VP
  • Hustlers
  • Lightyear
  • Nope
  • Alice
  • Cinderella (Broadway)
Other Roles
  • Broadway performer
  • Talk show host
  • Game show host
  • Voice actress
Awards
  • Primetime Emmy Award
  • NAACP Image Award
  • Critics Choice Real TV Award
Additional Information
  • She made her Broadway debut in 2014 in the title role of Cinderella.
  • She became the co-host of the NBC game show Password in 2022.
  • She has released music as a recording artist, including a debut album titled So Uncool in 2007.
  • She hosted the talk show 'Strahan, Sara and Keke' from 2022 to 2023.
  • She starred in the 2022 horror film 'Nope' directed by Jordan Peele.
  • She voiced the character of Princess in the animated film 'Lightyear' (2022).

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Born Lauren Keyana Palmer.
2. Raised in Robbins, Illinois.
3. Began performing at an early age.
4. Has released music as a recording artist.
5. She is the first African-American woman to play Cinderella on Broadway.
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