Maya Dunbar, born Maya Delese Gilbert, is a talented American actress, screenwriter, producer, and director whose work has captivated audiences in television and film.
She became known for appearances in Banshee, Southland, For Richer or Poorer, Harry’s Law, The Mentalist, and Days of Our Lives.
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| Real Name: | Maya Delese Gilbert |
| Stage Name: | Maya Dunbar |
| Born: | May 13, 1983 (age 43 years old) |
| Place of Birth: | Kent, Ohio, United States |
| Nationality: | American |
| Ethnicity: | American |
| Height: | 160 cm (5 ft 3 in) |
| Religion: | Christianity |
| Parents: | Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert |
| Siblings: | Tanner Gilbert |
| Spouse: | Rockmond Dunbar |
| Relationship: | Married |
| Children: | Berkeley Seon Dunbar, Czar Rockmond Dunbar, Pharaoh Ra Osiris Ausir Dunbar, Sultan Mosiah Dao Dunbar |
| Occupation: | Actress, Screenwriter, Producer, Director |
| Net Worth: | $5 million |
Early Life and Education
Maya Dunbar was born on May 13, 1983, in Kent, Ohio, United States. She was raised by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert, and was given the name Maya after her mother became inspired by acclaimed author Maya Angelou. Her ethnicity is American, and her religion is Christianity. She has one sibling, Tanner Gilbert.
Maya Dunbar developed an interest in acting, storytelling, and creative writing at an early age. She eventually entered the entertainment industry as an actress before expanding into screenwriting and producing, where she has built a second phase of her career.
Career
Maya Dunbar began her entertainment career in front of the camera, appearing in Days of Our Lives, The Mentalist, Southland, Harry’s Law, and Banshee. Her film work includes The Perfect Man and Middle of Nowhere.
Maya Dunbar later transitioned into screenwriting and producing, becoming a staff writer on NBC’s Bluff City Law and story editor on Ordinary Joe. She and her husband, Rockmond Dunbar, work together through MyRock Entertainment developing film and television projects. Maya has increasingly focused on writing and producing, while continuing to remain connected to the entertainment industry.
Personal Life
Maya Dunbar, 43 years old, is married to actor Rockmond Dunbar, whom she married on June 8, 2013. Maya and Rockmond Dunbar have four children: their daughter Berkeley Seon Dunbar and their sons Czar Rockmond Dunbar, Pharaoh Ra Osiris Ausir Dunbar, and Sultan Mosiah Dao Dunbar.
Maya Dunbar is passionate about screenwriting, filmmaking, family life, homeschooling, storytelling, and creative production. She has increasingly concentrated on writing and producing television and film projects. Her height is 160 cm (5 ft 3 in).
Net Worth
Maya Dunbar‘s net worth is $5 million USD. She has accumulated her wealth through acting, screenwriting, television writing, producing, directing, and film and television development, including her work on Banshee, Southland, Bluff City Law, Ordinary Joe, and projects developed through MyRock Entertainment.
Filmography
- Days of Our Lives (2005)
- Southland (2011–2012)
- For Richer or Poorer (2012–2013)
- Banshee (2014)
- Bluff City Law (2019)
- Ordinary Joe (2021–2022)