Jean Smart Bio

Who is Jean Smart?

Jean Smart is an American actress. People mostly know her for her role as Regina Newley on the ABC’s ‘Samantha Who?.’ Additionally, she has appeared in several other movies and television series including ‘Legion’, ‘Fargo’, and ‘I Heart Huckabees’ among others.

Jean Smart’s Early Life, Childhood, and Education

Smart was born in Seattle, Washington as Jean Elizabeth Smart on September 13, 1951. She was born to parents Kay and Douglas Smart. When Smart was 13 years old, she was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. Additionally, she was interested in the world of acting since an early age. She is of American nationality. Furthermore, she belongs to a mixed ethnic background of Scottish, English, Irish, and Welsh.

Talking about her education, Smart attended Ballard High School in Seattle. In addition, she graduated from the University of Washington.

Jean Smart’s Career, Salary, Net Worth

Smart initially began her career appearing in regional theater throughout the Pacific Northwest. In 1979, she appeared in the TV movie ‘Before and After.’ Additionally, in 1980, she played Carol in the movie ‘Hoodlums.’ In 1981, Smart played the Woman on Bus in the TV series ‘Another World.’ Since then, she has appeared in numerous other movies and television series. All in all, she has over 100 credits as an actress.

Some other movies and television series that Smart has appeared in are ‘Dirty John’, ‘A Shoe Addict’s Christmas’, ‘Brampton’s Own’, ‘A Simple Favor’, ‘Life Itself’, ‘Awaken the Shadowman’, ‘Veep’, ‘Angie Tribeca’, ‘Bad Internet’, ‘The Accountant’, ‘Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce’, ‘Fargo’, ‘The McCarthys’, ‘Sirens’, ‘Getting On’, ‘Warren’, ‘Call Me Crazy: A Five Film’, ‘Harry’s Law’, ‘William & Catherine: A Royal Romance’, ‘Psych’, ‘Woke Up Dead’, ‘Samantha Who?’, ‘Hero Wanted’, and ‘Kim Possible’ among others. Furthermore, Jean also has 2 credits as a producer.

Smart has won three Primetime Emmy Awards. Additionally, she has also won the Critics’ Choice TV Award and Gold Derby TV Award. All in all, she has 10 wins and 14 nominations for various awards to date.

Smart has not revealed her current salary. However, she has an estimated net worth of around $ 4 million at present.

Jean Smart’s Rumors, Controversies

Smart has not been part of any notable controversies in her career. Furthermore, at present, there are no rumors concerning her life and career.

Jean Smart’s Body Measurement

Talking about her body measurement, Smart has a height of 5 feet 10 inches (1.78 m). Additionally, she weighs around 58 kg. She has a body measurement of 37-28-37 inches (94-71-94 cm). Furthermore, her hair color is blonde and her eye color is blue.

Jean Smart’s Social Media

Smart is not active on the social media. She does not have his official Twitter account. Additionally, she is not active on Facebook and Instagram as well.

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References: (tvguide.com, rottentomatoes.com, vox.com)