Tracee Ellis Ross is an American actress, model, comedian, director and television host, best known for her lead role as Joan Clayton in the comedy series Girlfriends and Dr. Rainbow Johnson in the comedy series Black-ish. Since 2014, Ross has played the starring role of Dr. Rainbow Johnson in the ABC comedy series Black-ish. Her work on the series has earned her three NAACP Image Awards and a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress, Television Series Musical or Comedy. She has also received nominations for two Critics’ Choice Television Awards and three Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series.
Birth Name
Tracee Joy Silberstein
Nickname
Tracee
Profession
Actress, Model, Comedian, Producer, Television Host
Nationality
American
Manager
Tracee is represented by PMK*BNC.
Personal Life
Birthday / Date of Birth
Tracee Ellis Ross was born on October 29, 1972, in Los Angeles, California, United States.
Age
Sh’s currently 46 years old.
Sun Sign
Pisces
Ethnicity
Multiracial
Tracee is of Ashkenazi Jewish descent on father’s side, whereas, has African-American ancestry on mother’s side.
Religion
Judaism
Education
Tracee went to Riverdale Country School and The Dalton School in New York. She was also enrolled at the Institut Le Rosey in Switzerland. For higher education, she went to the Brown University in Rhode Island from where she graduated in 1994 with a degree in theater. She also took classes at the famed William Esper Acting Studio to hone her performance skills.
Family Details
- Father – Robert Ellis Silberstein (Music Business Manager)
- Mother – Diana Ross (Motown Singer, Actress)
- Siblings – Evan Ross (Younger Half-Brother) (Actor and Musician), Rhonda Ross Kendrick (Half-Sister) (Actress), Ross Naess (Half-Brother) (Producer), Chudney Ross (Younger Sister) (Producer)
- Others – Arthur ‘T-Boy’ Ross (Uncle) (Singer), Fred Ross Sr. (Maternal Grandfather), Ernestine Lillian Moten (Maternal Grandmother), George Silberstein (Paternal Grandfather), Charlotte Lasky (Paternal Grandmother)
Marital Status
Single
Boyfriend / Spouse
Tracee Ellis Ross has dated –
- Henry Simmons (2005) – Tracee was reported to be going out with actor Henry Simmons in 2005. They made a couple of public appearances including attending Hewlett-Packard sponsored fashion show for rape foundation.
- Chris Webber (2007) – Tracee Ellis was reported to be in a relationship with former basketball star Chris Webber in 2007. They went out for a couple of months before going separate ways.
- DeRay Davis (2014) – Tracee had a brief relationship with the actor and comedian DeRay Davis in 2014.
- Nas – Tracee had RUMORed to be hooked up with the rapper Nas for a brief period.
- Kanye West – The rapper Kanye West hooked up with Tracee before he started dating model Amber Rose. They had grown close while working on the music video for The New Workout Plan. They reportedly even had a threesome intercourse which also involved actress Nia Long. This had happened after they had got together for the shooting of song Touch the Sky.
- Bu Thiam (2011-2013) – Tracee Ellis started going out with Akon’s brother and Def Jam executive Bu Thiam in 2011. They dated for around two years before ending their relationship in an acrimonious way in 2013. It was reported that he was jealous of her still being hung up on Kanye West and he had even assaulted her in the fit of rage.
Physical Statistics
Height
- In feet – 5 feet 7 inches
- In centimeters – 170 cm
- In meters – 1.70 m
Weight
- In Kilograms – 53 kg
- In Pounds – 117 lbs
Body Measurements
- Measurements – 34-27-35
- Bust – 34 inches
- Waist – 27 inches
- Hip – 35 inches
- Bra Size – 33B
Body Build
Average
Eye Color
Dark Brown
Hair Color
Dark Brown
Shoe Size
She wears a size 8.5 (US) shoe.
Dress Size
Her dress size is 6 (US).
Sexuality
Straight
Professional Statistics
Famous For
Being cast in the leading role of Joan Clayton in the comedy series, Girlfriends and as Dr. Rainbow Johnson in the comedy drama series, Black-ish.
Film Debut
In 1996, she first appeared in the role of Kiki in Far Harbor.
Television Debut
In 2000, Tracee was first seen in MTV sketch comedy series The Lyricist Lounge Show in the various roles.
Brand Endorsements
She hasn’t done endorsement work for any brand.
Awards & Nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Nominated Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | NAACP Image Award | Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series | Girlfriends | Nominated |
| 2003 | Prism Award | Best Performance in a Comedy Series | Nominated | |
| 2003 | NAACP Image Award | Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series | Nominated | |
| 2004 | BET Comedy Awards | Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series | Nominated | |
| NAACP Image Award | Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series | Nominated | ||
| 2005 | BET Comedy Awards | Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series | Won | |
| NAACP Image Award | Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series | Nominated | ||
| 2006 | NAACP Image Award | Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series | Nominated | |
| 2007 | NAACP Image Award | Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series | Won | |
| 2008 | NAACP Image Award | Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series | Nominated | |
| 2009 | NAACP Image Award | Outstanding Directing in a Comedy Series | Nominated | |
| Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series | Won | |||
| 2012 | NAACP Image Award | Outstanding Actress in a Television Movie, Mini-Series or Dramatic Special | Five | Nominated |
| Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series | Reed Between the Lines | Won | ||
| Black Reel Awards | Outstanding Actress in a Television Movie or Mini-Series | Five | Nominated | |
| NAMIC Vision Award | Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series | Reed Between the Lines | Nominated | |
| 2015 | NAACP Image Award | Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series | Black-ish | Won |
| BET Awards | Best Actress | Nominated | ||
| EWwy Awards | Best Actress, Comedy | Nominated | ||
| 2016 | Critics’ Choice Television Award | Best Actress in a Comedy Series | Nominated | |
| NAACP Image Award | Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series | Won | ||
| Online Film & Television Association Award | Best Actress in a Comedy Series | Nominated | ||
| Primetime Emmy Award | Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series | Nominated | ||
| Satellite Award | Best Actress – Television Series Musical or Comedy | Nominated | ||
| BET Awards | Best Actress | Nominated | ||
| 2017 | Critics’ Choice Television Award | Best Actress in a Comedy Series | Nominated | |
| Golden Globe Award | Best Actress – Television Series Musical or Comedy | Won | ||
| Screen Actors Guild Award | Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series | Nominated | ||
| NAACP Image Award | Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series | Won | ||
| Primetime Emmy Award | Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series | Nominated | ||
| 2018 | Screen Actors Guild Award | Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series | Nominated | |
| NAACP Image Award | Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series | Won | ||
| Primetime Emmy Award | Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series | Nominated |
Tracee Ellis Ross Favorites
- Favorite Hair Products – Kerastase mask conditioner, Moroccan oil, Avocado Oil
- Favorite Co-Stars – Marcia Gay Harden, Anthony Anderson, Natasha Lyonne
- Favorite Dessert – Strawberry Mochi Ice Cream
- Favorite Acting Medium – Theater
- Favorite Animal – Giraffe
- Favorite Colors – Red, Jewel Tone, Pink
- Favorite Lunch Meat – Salami
- Favorite Books – In Cold Blood (By Truman Capote), Secret History (By Donna Tartt)
- Favorite Writer – Dave Eggers
- Favorite Food – Cheese Pizza
Tracee Ellis Ross Net worth
Tracee Ellis Ross has a estimated net worth of $18 million dollars as of 2019.
Social Media Profiles
- Facebook – Tracee Ellis Ross
- Instagram – traceeellisross
- Twitter – Tracee Ellis Ross
Some Lesser Known Facts About Tracee Ellis Ross
- After graduating from college, she worked as an editor and fashion contributor for the leading magazine such as Mirabella and New Yorker.
- She has tried her hand at the motivational speaking circuit and has hosted a workshop called Tapping Into Your Creative Well.
- She has been an active supporter of the social service programs such as Aviva Family and Children Services in Los Angeles.
- For her social and volunteer work, she was declared the “Volunteer of the Year” by the Los Angeles Urban League.
- Tracee has worked as an activist with the Big Brother Big Sister program, which provides support and advice to the youth to reach their full potential.
- Tracee hosted the 2018 American Music Awards (AMAs).
- Visit her official website @ traceeellisross.com.
