Nia Long commonly known as Nia is a renowned American actress best known for appearing in popular movies like The Best Man, Big Momma's House, and many more.
Early Life And Education
Nia Long was born Nitara Carlynn Long on October 30, 1970, and is 48 years old. She was born in Brooklyn, New York City, New York of United States of America to her mother Talita and father Doughtry "Doc" Long.
Nia was born in an upper-middle-class family. Both of her parents were a teacher by profession. She is of American nationality and belongs to the black ethnicity with multiple heritage; Trinidadian, Grenadian, and Bajan.
Nia attended Roman Catholic school St. Mary's Academy and later got enrolled at the Westchester High School.
Career
Nia Long dreamed of acting since her childhood days. While she was in her high school days, she used to take part in several stage shows.
Nia began her professional acting career in 1986 when she was only sixteen years old. In 1990, she played her first movie role in Buried Alive.
To date, Nia has appeared in numerous movies and television series like Boyz n the Hood, In Too Deep, Big Momma's House, Are We Done Yet?, The Best Man Holiday, Roxanne Roxanne, The Best Man Holiday, ER, NCIS: Los Angeles, The Cleveland Show, Third Watch, and many others.
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Personal Life
Nia Long is not married yet but is engaged to her long-term boyfriend turned fiance Ime Udoka. The pair started dating back in 2010 and got engaged in May 2015.
Just a year after dating, the couple welcomed their first child, Kez Sunday Udoka on November 7, 2011.
Previously, she was involved in a love affair with Massai Z. Dorsey. She also had a baby with him. Their son Massai Zhivago Dorsey Jr. was born on November 26, 2000.
Body Measurements
Nia Long has an average body build.
Height: Nia stands 5 feet 2 inches
Weight: Nia weighs around 57 kg.
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Dark Brown
Body Measurements: Her body measurements are 38-28-38 inches.
Bra Size: 34D
Net Worth and Earnings
As of early 2019, Nia Long's net worth is reported to be around $13 million. Her net worth in 2015 was estimated to be around $12 million. Nia earns a huge amount of money from her professional acting career.
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