Penelope Bae Bridges, professionally known as Penny Bae Bridges, is an American actress, artist, designer, and entrepreneur.
She is best known for her childhood performances in Space Jam, Nothing to Lose, True Crime, The Color of Love: Jacey’s Story, and Half & Half.
After stepping away from acting, she built a career as an artist, cannabis health consultant, and entrepreneur while remaining connected to the entertainment industry.
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| Real Name: | Penelope Bae Bridges |
| Stage Name: | Penny Bae Bridges |
| Born: | July 29, 1990 (age 36 years old) |
| Place of Birth: | Los Angeles, California, United States |
| Nationality: | American |
| Ethnicity: | Black/African American, Indigenous, White |
| Height: | 5 feet 3 inches (160 cm) |
| Religion: | Christianity |
| Parents: | Jimmy Bridges, Barbara Bridges |
| Siblings: | Brooke Marie Bridges, Rachel Bridges |
| Children: | Elijah Daniel Bridges |
| Occupation: | Actress, Artist, Designer, Entrepreneur |
| Net Worth: | $1.5 million |
Early Life and Education
Penny Bae Bridges was born on July 29, 1990, in Los Angeles, California, United States.
Penny was raised by her parents, Jimmy Bridges and Barbara Bridges, alongside her sisters, Brooke Marie Bridges and Rachel Bridges, both of whom also pursued careers in entertainment.
Growing up in a family deeply connected to Hollywood, Penny developed an interest in acting at a very young age and began appearing in commercials and films as a child.
She later expanded her interests beyond acting into painting, design, entrepreneurship, and cannabis education. Her religion is Christianity.
Career
Penny Bae Bridges began her acting career as a child actress in the mid-1990s, quickly landing roles in major Hollywood productions.
Her early appearances included Space Jam, where she portrayed Jasmine Jordan, followed by Nothing to Lose and True Crime, earning recognition for her natural performances.
She continued building her résumé with roles in television series such as The Parent ‘Hood, Boy Meets World, Family Law, For Your Love, and Half & Half, where she played Young Mona in multiple episodes.
As her acting career evolved, Penny starred in The Color of Love: Jacey’s Story, Dancing in September, and Baadasssss! before gradually stepping away from acting.
In adulthood, she redirected her creativity toward painting, design, entrepreneurship, and cannabis wellness education. She has also remained active in community leadership and creative projects while continuing to inspire audiences who remember her successful career as a child actress.
Awards and Nominations
- Young Artist Awards (2000) – Best Performance by a Young Actress Age Ten or Under in a Feature Film (True Crime) – Nominee
Social Media
- Instagram: @pennybae
Personal Life
Penny Bae Bridges, 35 years old, is currently single. There is no information about her past relationship.
She has one son, Elijah Daniel Bridges, who was born on February 21, 2009. She stands approximately 5 feet 3 inches (160 cm) tall.
Penny enjoys painting, design, wellness advocacy, entrepreneurship, and spending time with her son and family.
Net Worth
Penny Bae Bridges has an estimated net worth of $1.5 million USD. Her income has been generated through her work as a child actress, artist, designer, entrepreneur, personalized media appearances, and business ventures.
Although she is no longer as active in mainstream acting, her diverse creative pursuits and entrepreneurial activities have continued to contribute to her financial success.
Filmography
Films
- Space Jam (1996)
- Nothing to Lose (1997)
- A Devil Disguised (1997) – Short Film
- Fraternity Boys (1999)
- True Crime (1999)
- Building Bridges (2000)
- Dancing in September (2000)
- Baadasssss! (2003)
Television
- The Parent ‘Hood (1998)
- Boy Meets World (1998)
- Family Law (2001)
- For Your Love (2002)
- Half & Half (2002–2005)
- The Color of Love: Jacey’s Story (2000)