Gabrielle Union is a popular American actress, activist, and author. She achieved minor acting roles in some of the most popular sitcoms.
Gabrielle Union also appeared in teen comedies of the 1990s after starting her career as a model. Her breakthrough came through her roles in the acclaimed medical drama series ‘City of Angels’ and the 2002 film ‘Bring It On.’
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Quick Stats
| Name | Gabrielle Union |
| Age | 50 |
| Birth Date | October 29, 1972 |
| Birth Place | Omaha, NE |
| Parents | Sylvester E. Union and Theresa Glass |
| Profession | American actress, activist, and author |
| Height | 5ft 6 ¾ |
| Weight | 57 kg |
| Net Worth | $40M |
Gabrielle Union Age
Sylvester E. Union and Theresa Glass gave birth to Gabrielle Union on October 29, 1972, in Nebraska. Gabrielle Union is currently 50 years old. She is American by nationality, and her ethnicity is African-American. Moreover, Gabrielle Union’s zodiac sign is Scorpio.
Gabrielle Union Family
Gabrielle’s dad was a businessman and military sergeant, while her mom was a manager at a phone company. After 30 years of marriage, her parents divorced.
Gabrielle has one older and one younger sister. When Gabrielle was 8, her family relocated to California, where she attended Foothill High School.
Gabrielle Union Education
Gabrielle Union was a varsity soccer team member at the University of Nebraska before transferring to Cuesta College. Eventually, she ended up at UCLA, earning a sociology degree.
While in her senior year at UCLA, she interned at the Fontaine Modeling & Agency to achieve extra academic credits. Her stunning appearance led to her becoming a model at the agency.
In 1992, at 19, Gabrielle Union worked at a Payless Store when she was attacked and raped. This horrific experience profoundly impacted her life, making her stronger and more resilient.
Gabrielle Union Career
Gabrielle Union began her acting career by playing minor roles in popular movies, including ‘She’s All That’ and ‘Love & Basketball.’
In 2003, she landed her first leading role in the film ‘Deliver Us from Eva’ opposite rapper LL Cool J, which earned her critical acclaim. She also appeared in the 2004 movie ‘Breakin’ All the Rules’ alongside Jamie Foxx, which was unsuccessful at the box office.
In 2004, she became the spokesperson for the cosmetic brand ‘Neutrogena.’ Director Tyler Perry wrote the role of Julia Rossmore in the 2007 film ‘Daddy’s Little Girls’ specifically for her. That year, she also appeared in the Christmas film ‘The Perfect Holiday.’
In 2008, she starred as ‘Geneva Wade,’ Muddy Waters’ wife, in the hit movie ‘Cadillac Records.’
In March 2014, she released her 1st wine ‘Vanilla Puddin’. She later that year, became the celebrity ambassador and advisor for the nail polish company ‘SensatioNail.’
In September 2017, she launched her hair product line ‘Flawless by Gabrielle Union’ and partnered with ‘Invicta Watches.’
Gabrielle Union’s Height & Weight
Gabrielle Union stands at 5ft 6 ¾ and weighs 57 kg. She has attractive blistering black eyes and black hair. Her body measurements are 36-24-36 inches. However, Gabrielle Union wears a shoe size of 10 (US).
Gabrielle Union Husband
Gabrielle Union married NFL player Chris Howard on May 5, 2001, but they separated in 2005. After their divorce, she began dating Dwyane Wade in 2009, but they ended their relationship in 2013. They reconciled and got married on August 30, 2014, in Florida.
Gabrielle Union Kids
Wade and actress Gabrielle Union welcomed a daughter, Kaavia James, in 2018. Additionally, Wade is the legal guardian of his nephew, Dahveon Morris. Wade and Union have openly discussed their experiences of raising a family.
Gabrielle Union Net Worth
Gabrielle Union, a former model and American actress, has a net worth of $40 million. She has starred in numerous popular films, cementing her status as one of the most accomplished actresses of her generation.
