Danielle Brooks
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  • Born:
    • Birthday: 1989-09-17
    • Born Place: Augusta, Georgia, USA
  • Also Known As:

    丹妮爾·布魯克斯, دانیل بروکس, دانيل بروكس, แดเนียล บรูคส์

Danielle Brooks

Danielle Brooks (born September 17, 1989, in Augusta, Georgia, and raised in Simpsonville, South Carolina) is an accomplished American actress and singer, celebrated for her dynamic performances across television, musical theater, and film. A Juilliard alumna with a BFA in drama (Class of 2011), she first captured widespread attention as Tasha “Taystee” Jefferson on the Netflix hit Orange Is the New Black (2013–2019), earning critical acclaim and several awards. Brooks made her Broadway debut in the 2015 revival of The Color Purple, portraying Sofia—a performance that garnered a Tony nomination and won a Grammy for Best Musical Theater Album. She reprised this role in the 2023 film adaptation, receiving nominations for an Academy Award, BAFTA, and Golden Globe . On screen, her versatility shines through a range of roles: she played gospel legend Mahalia Jackson in Robin Roberts Presents: Mahalia (earning an Emmy nomination as a producer), hosts Netflix's Instant Dream Home, and stars as Leota Adebayo in the Peacemaker series. She continues to break new ground: in 2025, she lends her voice to the animated A Minecraft Movie, and remains a powerful advocate for representation and body positivity. Married to Dennis Gelin since 2022, the couple share a daughter, Freeya . Danielle Brooks is not just an award-winning performer—she is a creative force whose work bridges entertainment, empowerment, and cultural impact. She is known for Oh. What. Fun. (2025).

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