Jharrel Jerome Biography
Jharrel Jerome is an American rapper and actor. His portrayal in Barry Jenkins’s acclaimed drama film Moonlight brought him into the limelight. In addition, he portrayed Korey Wise in Ava DuVernay’s Netflix miniseries When They See Us.
Jharrel Jerome Age|Birthday
Jerome was born on October 9, 1997. Therefore, he is 24 years old as of 2021 and celebrates his birthday on 9th October every year.
Jharrel Jerome Height|Weight
Jerome’s height is 5 feet 9 inches (approximately 175 centimeters). Moreover, he weighs 78 kilograms.
Jharrel Jerome Family
Jerome was born in New York. His mother is Radoyka. Moreover, his mother encouraged him to join Riverdale Children’s Theatre in his eighth grade and was always supported by his parents. However, his father’s name is currently under review. In addition, he has a sister named Ciaraa and was the family’s entertainer.
Jharrel Jerome Girlfriend
Jerome is not dating anyone as of 2021. However, he has had one relationship previously and has not been previously engaged.
Jharrel Jerome Education
Commuting to Manhattan each day, Jerome attended and graduated from Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School. He was cast in his first professional acting role in the 2016 independent film Moonlight as Young Kevin shortly after his enrollment as an undergraduate at Ithaca College.
Jharrel Jerome Career
Jerome was cast in his first professional acting role in the 2016 independent film Moonlight as Young Kevin shortly after he enrolled as an undergraduate at Ithaca College. In the Audience series Mr. Mercedes, he has appeared since 2017. Moreover, in the 2019 Netflix miniseries When They See Us, he auditioned for the role of young Korey Wise.
Music
On September 23, 2020, Jharrel released ‘For Real’ ft. Kemba. This marked his first single as a hip-hop artist. He posted a message on his social media accounts upon release. Additionally, he stated that he had no idea he would want to turn rap from a hobby to a career before his life changed. Given his acting platform and these unbelievable blessings through the past few years, he decided to hone in on the music. Furthermore, he has been putting all the money in the bank he has made from films into studio sessions and recording equipment since 2016. He has tried to find his style, voice, cadence, and his sound. Moreover, he thinks he has found it because in 4 years he has done 600 sessions and 80 songs.
Filmography
Film
2016
Her Coloring Book
Moonlight
2018
Monster
First Match
2019
Selah and the Spades
Robu
2020
Concrete Cowboy
Television
2017 – Tales
2017-2019 – Mr. Mercedes
2019 – When They See Us, Live in Front of a Studio Audience
Jharrel Jerome Net Worth
Jerome’s net worth is $1 million.
