Jesse Williams is an American actor, director, producer, and activist, best known for his role as Dr. Jackson Avery in the ABC TV series ‘Grey’s Anatomy’.
Jesse Williams Biography
| Full Name | Jesses Wesley Williams |
| Nickname | Jesse Williams |
| Profession | Actor, director, producer, and activist |
| Date of Birth | 5 August 1981 |
| Age | 44 years old (as of 2025) |
| Birth Place | Chicago, Illinois, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Hometown | Chicago, Illinois, USA |
| Gender | Male |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo |
| Ethnicity | Biracial |
| Religion | Catholic |
| Social Media | Instagram X (Twitter) |
Education Qualification
| School | Moses Brown School, Providence, Rhode Island |
| College | Temple University |
| Education Qualification | Major in African American Studies |
Jesse Williams Age
Jesse Williams was born on 5 August 1981 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. He is 44 years old as of 2025, and his zodiac sign is Leo.
Jesse Williams Wife
| Marital Status | Divorced |
| Affairs/Girlfriend | Aryn Drake-lee Ciarra Pardo (2022) |
| Spouse/Wife | Aryn Drake-Lee (m. 2012, div. 2020) |
| Children | Son – Maceo Williams Daughter – Sadie Williams |
Jesse Williams Family
| Father’s Name | Reginald Williams |
| Mother’s Name | Johanna Chase |
| Brother’s Name | Not known |
| Sister’s Name | Not known |
Career
| Debut | Film – 2008 – The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2 TV – 2006 – Law & Order |
| Awards | Update soon |
Jesse Williams Movies And TV Shows
Jesse Williams Movies
- 2008 – The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2
- 2009 – Brooklyn’s Finest
- 2011 – The Cabin in the Woods
- 2013 – The Butler
- 2016 – Money
- 2019 – Selah and the Spades
- 2020 – Two Distant Strangers
- 2022 – Secret Headquarters
- 2023 – Your Place of Mine
Jesse Williams Television
- 2006 – Law & Order
- 2008 – Greek
- 2009-21, 2022-24 – Grey’s Anatomy
- 2013 – Sesame Street
- 2016 – The Erick Andre Show
- 2019 – Power
- 2021 – A Black Lady Sketch Show
- 2022 – Inside My Schumer
- 2023 – Only Murders in the Building
- 2024 – The Great Lillian
- 2025 – Hotel Costiera
Jesse Williams Height And Weight
| Height (approx) | In centimeters – 185 cm In meters – 1.85 m In feet & inches – 6’1” |
| Weight (approx) | In kilograms – 83 kg In pounds – 185 lbs |
| Eye Colour | Blue |
| Hair Colour | Black |
Jesse Williams Net Worth
| Net Worth (approx) | $12 million (as of 2025) |
| Annual Income (approx) | $500, 000 + |
| Salary (approx) | Not kown |
| Income Source | Acting, business, endorsement, etc. |
Some Lesser Facts About Jesse Williams
- Jesse Williams was born and raised in Chicago to Johanna Chase and Reginald Williams.
- His mother is Swedish-Polish Polish and his father is African American from Georgia.
- Jesse graduated from Moses Brown School in Providence, Rhode Island.
- He has two younger brothers, who both specialize in and work in the field of Visual arts.
- After high school, he went to Temple University, where he graduated with a double major in African American Studies.
- After completing his education, he started his career as a teacher, following in the footsteps of his parents.
- In 2005, Williams began to study acting and was chosen to participate in the New York Actors Showcase.
- He had a supporting role in the film “The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2” with America Ferrera.
- Before he started his acting career, Williams also worked as a model.
- He was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Play.
- He is the youngest member of the board of directors at The Advancement Projects.
FAQ:
How old is Jesse Williams?
As of 2025, Jesse Williams is 44 years old.
Who is Jesse Williams’ wife?
From 2010 to 2020, Jesse Williams was married to Aryn Drake-Lee.
What is Jesse Williams’ net worth?
A of 2025, Jesse Williams has a net worth of $12 million.