Gabrielle Union is an American actress and Author who came to prominence for her role in Bring It On. She is also known for her role in BET drama series Being Mary Jane and her role in the crime series L.A.’s Finest. She has four books to her credit and has been included on Time’s list of 100 most influential people in the world in 2020.
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| Real Name: | Gabrielle Monique Union-Wade |
| Date of Birth: | October 29, 1972 |
| Place of Birth: | Omaha, Nebraska, United States |
| Nationality: | American |
| Occupation: | Actress |
| Parents: | Sylvester E. Union, Theresa |
| Siblings: | Kelly Union, Tracy Union |
| Partner: | Chris Howard (m. 2001, div. 2005) |
| Height: | 1.71 m |
| Net Worth: | $40 million |
Early Life
Born Gabrielle Monique Union-Wade on October 29, 1972, in Omaha, Nebraska, United States to parents Sylvester E. Union, a military sergeant and Theresa, a Social worker. Her parents parted ways after years of marriage. She grew up with her siblings Kelly Union and Tracy Union.
She obtained a bachelor’s degree in sociology from the University of California, Los Angeles.
Career
Union began her acting career in the 1990s where she appeared in the sixth-season episode of Star Trek: Deep Space Nin- “Sons and Daughters” as the Klingon N’Garen, and as Keesha Hamilton in five episodes of 7th Heaven. She had supporting roles in the films She’s All That and 10 Things I hate About You.
She starred in the popular 2000 film Love & Basketball and eventually rose to fame for her role in the movie Bring It On.
She got her first lead role in the 2003 film Deliver Us from Eva, and a main character in the film Bad Boys II.
She has starred in several movies and TV shows which include; Think Like a Man, City of Angels, The Perfect Find, Sleepless, The Birth of a Nation, Neo Ned, Cradle 2 The Grave, Daddy’s Little Girls, Breaking In, Top Five, Almost Christmas and so on.
Aside from acting, Union is an business oriented personality and media influencer. She became a spokeswoman for Neutrogema in 2004 and also launched “Love & Blessings”, a clothing line for plus-sized women in 2010, as inspired by her full-figured sister.
Union released her first wine “Vanilla Puddin” in March 2014 and November of the same year, she became the first celebrity ambassador and creative advisor for the nail polish company SensatioNail. She also launched her haircare brand, Flawless in 2020.
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Personal Life
Gabrielle Union got married to NFL player Chris Howard n May 5, 2001 and parted ways in October 2005.
She started dating NBA player Dwyane Wade in 2008 and they got married on August 30, 2014, in Miami, Florida and also became a stepmother to his three children. The couple welcomed a daughter who was born via surrogate, on November 7, 2018.
Awards & Nominations
Gabrielle Union has won several awards such as;
- Rising Star Award at American Black Film Festival (2003).
- Outstanding Lead Actress in a Box Office Movie at BET Comedy Awards (2004)
- Theatrical Best Supporting Actress at Black Reel Awards (2001)
- Outstanding Actress in a Television Movie, Mini-series or Dramatic Special at NAACP Image Awards (2014)
- Best Actress at Palm Beach International Film Festival (2006)
- Choice Action TV Actress at Teen Choice Awards (2019)
She has also been nominated for awards such as Best Actress at BET Awards (2013, 2014), Best Actress at Black Reel Awards (2004), TV Movie/Mini Supporting Actress at Gold Derby Awards (2004), Outstanding Actress in a Drama series at NAACP Image Awards (2015, 2016).
Social Media
Gabrielle Union is active social media. She is on Instagram @gabunion
Net Worth
Gabrielle Union earns her career as an actress. She has an estimated net worth of $40 million.
Frequently Asked Questions
She is an American actress.
Her full name is Gabrielle Monique Union-Wade.
She was born on October 29, 1972.
She is from Omaha, Nebraska, United States.
Her parents are Sylvester E. Union and Theresa.
The name of her siblings are Kelly Union and Tracy Union.
She came to the limelight for her role in Bring It On.
She was married to Chris Howard before they separated. She later got married to Dwyane Wade on August 30, 2014 and welcomed a daughter.
She stands at a height of 1.71 m.
She has an estimated net worth of $40 million.
