Jennifer Jason Leigh Quick Info | |
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Height | 5 ft 3 in |
Weight | 58 kg |
Date of Birth | February 5, 1962 |
Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
Eye Color | Hazel |
Jennifer Jason Leigh is an American actress who gained prominence with her role as Stacy Hamilton in a 1982 comedy film, Fast Times at Ridgemont High, and as Tracy in the 1981 horror-thriller film, Eyes of a Stranger. She started acting at a very young age and has been cast in a variety of TV shows and movies like The Men’s Club, Heart of Midnight, Last Exit to Brooklyn, Mrs. Parker and the Vicious Circle, The Hateful Eight, Annihilation, Thanks of a Grateful Nation, Weeds, and Atypical.
Born Name
Jennifer Leigh Morrow
Nick Name
JJL

Sun Sign
Aquarius
Born Place
Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, United States
Residence
Los Angeles, California, United States
Nationality
Education
Jennifer attended the Palisades Charter High School in Los Angeles, California. She also went to Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute.
She also took acting and dancing lessons at Stagedoor Manor summer camp.
Occupation
Actress, Voice Actress, Former Model
Family
- Father – Vic Morrow (Actor) (Died 1982)
- Mother – Barbara Turner (Actress-Screenwriter)
- Siblings – Carrie Ann Morrow (Older Sister) (Died 2017)
- Others – Harry Morozoff (Paternal Grandfather), Jean Kress (Paternal Grandmother), Alexander Turner (Maternal Grandfather), Pearl Pauline Zises (Maternal Grandmother), Reza Badiyi (Stepfather) (Director), Mina Badie (Younger Half-Sister) (Actress)
Manager
Jennifer Jason Leigh is represented by Untitled Entertainment.
Build
Slim
Height
5 ft 3 in or 160 cm
Weight
58 kg or 128 lbs
Boyfriend / Spouse
Jennifer has dated –

Race / Ethnicity
White
Jennifer has Ashkenazi Jewish ancestry.
Hair Color
Blonde
Leigh prefers to dye her hair in shades of brown and burgundy.
Eye Color
Hazel
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Upturned Nose
- Bright Eyes
Brand Endorsements
She has done endorsement work for various brands like –
- Gap (Print Advert) (2001)
- Marc Jacobs (Print Advert) (2006)

Religion
Leigh was raised in a Jewish household.
Best Known For
- Playing the role of Stacy Hamilton in the 1982 coming-of-age comedy film, Fast Times at Ridgemont High
- Having been cast as Dorothy Parker in the 1994 biographical drama film, Mrs. Parker and the Vicious Circle
First Film
Jennifer Leigh made her theatrical film debut in the 1976 drama film, The Spy Who Never Was. However, she wasn’t credited for her appearance.
She made her first credited theatrical film appearance as Tracy Harris in the horror thriller, Eyes of a Stranger, in 1981.
As a voice actress, she made her theatrical film debut by voicing the character of Bridget in the animated adventure comedy, Hey Arnold!: The Movie, in 2002.
First TV Show
Leigh made her first TV show appearance as Marcie in the crime drama series, Baretta, in 1977.
As a voice actress, she made her TV show debut as Amy in the animated series, King of the Hill, in 1998.
Personal Trainer
To play her character in The Best Little Girl in the World (1981), Jennifer had to reduce her body weight to 86 lbs. So, she underwent a strict health routine and followed a proper diet and specific workout routine.

Jennifer Jason Leigh Facts
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