Janelle James

Comedian

Birthday September 23, 1979

Birth Sign Libra

Birthplace Saint Thomas, VI

Age 45 years old

#27,613 Most Popular

About

Actress, comedian, and writer known for playing principal Ava Coleman in the ABC sitcom Abbott Elementary. She also played Joyce and wrote for the Showtime comedy Black Monday. She's appeared in the television series CrashingCorporate, and Central Park, which she also wrote for. 

Before Fame

Her first screen appearance was in the 2013 television series Money Talks. 

Trivia

Her debut comedy album Black and Mild was released in 2017. She hosted the podcasts, Strong Black Laughs and You In Danger, Gurl. She was named one of Variety's 10 Comics to Watch in 2020. Her other acting roles included Life & Beth and the 2020 film Tom of Your Life. 

Family Life

She has two sons. 

Associated With

Her costars in Abbott Elementary include Quinta Brunson and Tyler James Williams.