If you have never heard of Janet Smollett, you are not alone. She is a famous celebrity chef and owner of the renowned restaurant The Family Table. Read on to learn about her and her family.
Jurnee
Jurnee Smollett has made a career out of the small screen. She has starred in numerous television sitcoms and dramas including Full House, On Our Own and Beautiful Joe. In 2001, she co-starred with Angela Bassett in Ruby’s Bucket of Blood. Later, she landed the role of Denise Frazer in the sitcom Full House.
For her part, Jurnee Smollett has been active in her community, serving as a board member for the Artists for a New South Africa charity, which is dedicated to HIV/AIDS in Africa. Additionally, she is an advocate for Time’s Up, a nonprofit that promotes gender equality.
Jussie
Jussie Smollett was found guilty of five felony counts of disorderly conduct and sentenced to pay restitution to the City of Chicago of $120,000. He was also ordered to pay a fine of $25,000 and was placed on 30 months of felony probation.
Jussie Smollett’s defense team argued that he was unfairly prosecuted. They said he was unconstitutionally charged two times. The defendant’s attorneys said they will appeal the case.
A special prosecutor was appointed to the case. The prosecutor asked the judge for an appropriate amount of prison time. He also pointed out that the Cook County State’s Attorney Foxx made false statements during the trial.
Jojo
Jojo Smollett is a renowned actor. He gained fame in the ABC sitcom ‘On Our Own’.
Jojo Smollett was born on August 28, 1977. His father is Joel Smollett and his mother is Janet. Aside from being an actor, he has also been a singer. Jussie Smollett is his younger brother.
Jojo Smollett has appeared in many films and TV shows. He has starred in City of Hope and Roseanne. Also, he has been nominated for the NAACP Image Award.
In her younger years, Janet Smollett was involved in the US Civil Rights Movement. She is one of the most famous African-Americans.
Jake
Jake Smollett and Janet Smollett are an American family. They have a combined total of six children. Their children are actors and actresses. The Jake Smollett family has an established history in the acting industry.
The Smollett family moved a lot when their children were growing up. The children were exposed to a variety of culinary heritages. When they were younger, the family moved from the east to the west coast.
Both the parents were involved in the civil rights movement. Janet worked with Bobby Seale. She also worked with Huey Newton.
Jocqui
Janet Smollett is an African American former actress, activist, cook, and author. She was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA. Her father is Joel Smollett.
Janet Smollett is the mother of six children. Three of her children are actors. The youngest child, Jocqui Smollett, is a technologist. Other siblings are actress, Jussie Smollett, and television actor, Jazz Smollett-Bell.
She is the founder of a non-profit organization called Raising the Bar. This initiative aims to improve the math and science performance of students in poor communities.
She is also a co-founder of the African/Black Student Alliance. In September 2012, Jocqui Smollett joined UC Santa Cruz as a Resident Assistant.
Jazz
Jazz Smollett is an actress, author and producer. She has appeared in several TV shows and movies including The Dish on Oz, The Real, ‘The Rachael Ray Show’ and ‘The Chew’. As a producer, she has worked for BET Networks. Aside from her acting career, she is also a lifestyle guru and an interior designer.
When it comes to earning, the 42-year-old actress has been known to make about $400,000 per year. Her net worth is estimated at around two to three million dollars. However, she might be using the money to help support her family.
The Family Table: Recipes and Moments From a Nomadic Life
The Family Table: Recipes and Moments From a Nomadic Life is a cookbook and a memoir. It’s the story of a family who spent their childhood crisscrossing the USA, dividing their time between small towns and big cities. They also share their favorite meals. Their stories and recipes will inspire you to eat well, too. This book is a tribute to a family who has always loved each other. A perfect gift for the holidays, it’s full of easy-to-follow instructions and 136 delicious recipes. Plus, you can download a companion PDF for free.
