Viola Davis
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American actress Viola Davis is the only African-American actress to have received three acting Oscar nominations. She won Tony Awards for her roles in August Wilson”s King Hedley II (2001) and Fences (2010). Davis was born on August 11, 1965 in Saint Matthews, South Carolina, U.S. to Dan Davis and Mary Alice Davis. Grew up in Central Falls, Rhode Island. Her family moved there when she was 2-months old. She has been married to actor Julius Tennon since June 2003. They adopted a daughter in 2011. | |
Viola Davis Personal Details | |
Family / Birth / Real Name: | Viola Davis |
Nicknames: | Viola Davis, Davis |
Date of Birth: | 11 August 1965 |
Birthplace: | Saint Matthews, South Carolina, USA |
Currently lives in: |
Los Angeles, California, USA |
Nationality: | American |
Race / Ethnicity: | African-American |
Religion: | Christianity |
Occupation / Job(s): | Actress, Producer |
Gender: | Female |
Zodiac / Birth Sign: | Leo |
Sexual Orientation: | Straight |
Viola Davis Family Details | |
Father: | Dan Davis (Horse trainer) |
Mother: | Mary Alice Davis (Maid and factory worker) |
Siblings: | Five brothers and sisters |
Marital Status: | Married |
Children Name: | Genesis Tennon |
Viola Davis Body Measurements | |
Height in Feet: | 5′ 5″ |
Height in Meters: | 1.65 m |
Overall Body Weight in Kilogram: | 59 kg |
Overall Body Weight in Pounds: | 130 lbs |
Bra Size: | 34C |
Feet/ Shoe Size: | 8 (US) |
Body Measurements: | 37-28-36 in (94-71-91.5 cm) |
Breast Size: | 37 inches (94 cm) |
Waist Size: | 28 inches (71 cm) |
Hips Size: | 36 inches (91.5 cm) |
Eye Color: | Dark Brown |
Hair Color: | Dark Brown |
Dress size: | 8 (US) |
Viola Davis Education | |
*She attended Central Falls High School. *She subsequently attended the prestigious Juilliard School in New York City (1993). *She graduated from Rhode Island College with a major in Theatres in 1988.*She attended Central Falls High School. *She subsequently attended the prestigious Juilliard School in New York City (1993). *She graduated from Rhode Island College with a major in Theatres in 1988. |
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Viola Davis Brand Endorsements | |
Viola Davis has not endorsed any brand until summer of 2015. ReligionViola Davis was raised a Baptist, but connected to Catholicism, and also wanted to be a Catholic. Best Known ForViola Davis is best known for her leading role in the 2011 release ‘The Help.’ She is also known for her Broadway performances like August Wilson’s King Hedley II (2001), Intimate Apparel (2004) and Fences (2010). First FilmViola Davis appeared in a small role of a nurse in the movie The Substance of Fire in the year 1996. First TV ShowViola Davis has appeared in an anonymous role in the TV series NYPD Blue that aired in 1996. Her first credited role was in the same year (1996) as Mrs. Stapleton in the episode “Smack is Back†of the TV Series ‘New York Undercover.’ ![]() First Stage PerformanceViola Davis has performed as Denise in As You Like It in 1992. Personal TrainerViola Davis does not have a personal trainer. She has maintained her best figure with her own exercise routine, which generally constitutes of leg press, triceps exercises, deadlift and standing calf raise along with cardio exercises. The actress is also known to sticking to a particular diet to stay fit. In fact, it is reported that the actress was under ‘Wolverine-Diet’ for her role as Susie Brown for the 2014 movie ‘Get on Up.’ This special plan allowed her to eat meals only during eight hours of the day. The remaining 16 hours were left for fasting. According to an interview given to the People magazine, Viola Davis had admitted of losing weight with the diet plan. Viola Davis Favorite Things
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Viola Davis Social Media Accounts | |
Instagram: | Viola Davis on Instagram |
Facebook: | Viola Davis on Facebook |
Twitter: | Viola Davis on Twitter |
CelebHills: | Viola Davis on CelebHills |