Jenifer Lewis

Actor

Born: January 25, 1957, Kinloch, Missouri, USA
Age: 69 years old
Zodiac: Aquarius
Total works: 78 movies, 59 TV shows
Latest work: GOAT (2026)
Genres: Comedy,Adventure,Romance

Jenifer Lewis is an American actress and singer who has made over 300 appearances in film and television. She began her career in Broadway musicals and was a backup singer for Bette Midler before transitioning to film, featuring in notable works like Beaches and Sister Act. Lewis delivered memorable performances as Tina Turner's mother in What's Love Got to Do With It and in The Preacher's Wife. She voiced characters in animated films such as 'Flo' in Cars (2006) and 'Mama Odie' in The Princess and the Frog. Her role as 'Ruby Johnson' in Black-ish earned her a Critics Choice Award nomination in 2016. Lewis has also authored two books, including The Mother of Black Hollywood.