Biography

Angela Evelyn Bassett (born August 16, 1958) is an accomplished American actress renowned for her stunning performances in film and television. She is a celebrated artist who has received critical acclaim for her work in the entertainment industry, having been nominated for several awards, including an Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role for her breathtaking performance as Tina Turner in the movie What’s Love Got to Do With It.

Angela Bassett has also earned several nominations for Primetime Emmy Awards, including nods for her outstanding portrayals of The Rosa Parks Story and American Horror Story. Her work has left an indelible mark on the industry, and her name is synonymous with excellence.

The veteran actress has also taken on various noteworthy film roles showcasing her remarkable range and talent. She shone as Bernadine Harris in Waiting to Exhale, Rachel Constantine in Contact, Stella Payne in How Stella Got Her Groove Back, Janet Williams in Music of the Heart, Lynne Jacobs in Olympus Has Fallen, and London Has Fallen, and Queen Ramonda in Black Panther, Avengers: Endgame and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.

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Full Name:	Angela Evelyn Bassett
Stage Name:	Angela Bassett
Born:	16 August 1958 (age 65 years old)
Place of Birth:	New York, New York, United States
Nationality:	American
Height:	1.63 m
Parents:	Betty Jane Bassett, Daniel Benjamin Bassett
Siblings:	D’nette Bassett
Spouse:	Courtney B. Vance (m. 1997)
Boyfriend • Partner:	Mark Jenkins
Children:	Bronwyn Golden Vance, Slater Josiah Vance
Occupation:	Actress • TV Personality
Net Worth:	$20 million

Early Life & Education

Angela Evelyn Bassett, the accomplished American actress, was born on August 16, 1958, in New York City to Betty Jane Gilbert, a social worker, and Daniel Benjamin Bassett, the son of a preacher. Her aunt inspired her name, and she grew up alongside her younger sister, D’nette Bassett. 

When she was four years old, her parents separated, and she and her sister and mother relocated to St. Petersburg, Florida. Only at her grandmother’s burial did she have a chance to reunite with her father and meet his daughter from his first marriage, Jean.

After finishing elementary school at Jordan Park Elementary, Angela Bassett was bussed out of her neighborhood to attend seventh grade at Disston Middle School. Her mother encouraged her and her sister to pursue college, and she went on to achieve great success in the world of arts and entertainment. She was passionate about entertainment from a young age and excelled in her studies, eventually earning an MFA from the Yale School of Drama. Before making her New York theater debut in 1985, she worked as a beauty salon receptionist and a picture researcher.

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Angela Bassett had the privilege of working with the late Lloyd Richards and performing in two August Wilson plays at the Yale Repertory Theatre. In recognition of her contributions to the arts, she received an honorary Doctor of Fine Arts degree from Yale in 2018, cementing her status as one of the most respected actresses in the industry.

Personal Life

Angela Bassett tied the knot with her soulmate and actor, Courtney B. Vance, in 1997, whom she first met while studying at the prestigious Yale School of Drama. Interestingly, they crossed paths again while working on the Guthrie Theater production of His Girl Friday in Minnesota. Despite both being established actors, their strong bond has been a testament to the power of love and commitment. Their marriage is blessed with two kids: a daughter named Bronwyn Golden Vance and a son named Slater Josiah Vance. She once dated Mark Jenkins.

In addition to her thriving acting career, Angela Bassett has actively advocated for various causes. She serves as an ambassador for UNICEF, demonstrating her commitment to improving the lives of children all over the world. Moreover, she’s also an ambassador of the West Angeles Church of God in Christ, where she uses her voice to inspire and support the community’s spiritual growth.

Apart from these endeavors, Angela Bassett is also a staunch supporter of philanthropic activities. She donates to the Royal Theater Boys & Girls Club in her hometown of St. Petersburg, Florida, which helps young people develop their creativity and artistic abilities. She has also been an ardent supporter of Barack Obama since his presidential campaign in 2007 and lent her endorsement to Hillary Clinton in 2016. Such support exhibits her passion for and commitment to using her platform for positive change.

Notably, in 2013, Angela Bassett was honored to be inducted as an honorary Delta Sigma Theta sorority member, a historic African-American sorority committed to uplifting and empowering women. Her induction acknowledged her outstanding contributions to the arts and society.

Career

Angela Bassett, the celebrated American actress, marked her debut in the entertainment industry in 1985 as a prostitute in the television film Doubletake. Subsequently, in 1986, she appeared in the film F/X and joined the Screen Actors Guild. The multi-talented actress relocated to Los Angeles in 1988 to pursue more significant acting opportunities and soon landed roles in A Man Called Hawk and 227 in 1989.

In 1991, she earned a major role in Boyz n the Hood, and the following year she starred in Malcolm X, for which she received the coveted Image Award for her exceptional performance. Later in the same year, she played the role of Katherine Jackson in The Jacksons: An American Dream on ABC.

In 1993, Angela Bassett portrayed Tina Turner in the movie I, Tina, and received praise from critics for her spectacular performance. She became the first African-American to win the Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Musical or Comedy Film. Furthermore, she was nominated for an Academy Award, although Holly Hunter eventually clinched the award. After the film’s release, she experienced a hiatus of over a year and a half without an acting job.

Angela Bassett played leading roles in three films in 1995 – Vampire in Brooklyn, Strange Days, and Waiting to Exhale. The response to the movies was mixed, and she received both praise and criticism for her performances. In Waiting to Exhale, she worked with author Terry McMillan and played the role of Lornette “Mace” Mason, a chauffeur and bodyguard in Strange Days. As Rita Veder in Vampire in Brooklyn, her character had a dark secret that added depth to the role.

The versatile actress has been featured in films such as Green Lantern, Jumping The Broom, This Means War, Olympus Has Fallen, and Black Nativity. In these roles, she has displayed her range as an actress, portraying a variety of characters with vulnerability and strength. Moreover, Angela Bassett has portrayed several real-life women onscreen, including Michelle Obama, Amanda Waller, and Coretta Scott King.

Additionally, Angela Bassett is a social activist and passionate advocate for various causes. She is an active Ambassador for UNICEF, an ambassador of the West Angeles Church of God in Christ, and a donor to the Royal Theater Boys & Girls Club in St. Petersburg, Florida. She has also supported Barack Obama’s presidential bid since 2007 and endorsed Hillary Clinton in 2016. Recognizing her outstanding achievements and contributions, she was inducted as an honorary Delta Sigma Theta sorority member in 2013.

Net Worth

Angela Bassett has a reported net worth of approximately $20 million. She is an accomplished actress and activist who has made her fortune predominantly through acting in movies and TV shows.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @Im.angelabassett
• Twitter handle: @Imangelabassett

Filmography

• Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
• Notorious
• Meet The Browns
• What’s Love Got To Do With It
• Sunshine State
• The Score
• Boyz ‘n’ The Hood
• Chi-raq
• Survivor
• Mr 3000
• Nothing But The Truth
• Masked And Anonymous
• Soul
• Avengers: End Game
• Innocent Blood
• Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning
• Wendel & Wild
• The Snowy Day
• Avengers: Infinity War      
• Curious George
• Liberty
• The Lazarus Child
• Whispers: An Elephant Tale
• Our America
• Bumblebee
• Good Night Oppy
• Whitney
• Meet The Robinsons
• Panther

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