Tracee Joy Silberstein, professionally known as Tracee Ellis Ross, is a multifaceted American personality who has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry.
As the daughter of legendary actress and Motown recording artist Diana Ross and Robert Ellis Silberstein, Tracee was exposed to the world of entertainment from a young age.
She began her acting career in independent films and variety series, eventually landing the starring role of Joan Clayton in the UPN/CW comedy series Girlfriends, which aired from 2000 to 2008.
During her time on Girlfriends, Tracee received two NAACP Image Awards for Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series, cementing her status as a talented young actress.
In addition to her work on Girlfriends, Tracee has appeared in a number of films, including Hanging Up, I-See-You.Com, and Daddy's Little Girls.
In 2011, she returned to television with a starring role in the BET sitcom Reed Between the Lines, for which she received her third NAACP Image Award.
Since 2014, Tracee has played the lead role of Dr. Rainbow Johnson in the ABC comedy series Black-Ish, earning her widespread critical acclaim and numerous award nominations.
Her work on Black-Ish has earned her three NAACP Image Awards and a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress - Television Series Musical or Comedy, as well as nominations for two Critics' Choice Television Awards and five Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series.
In addition to her work on television, Tracee has also co-created a prequel spin-off of Black-Ish titled Mixed-Ish, which premiered in 2019.
In 2020, she starred in and recorded the soundtrack album for the musical film The High Note.
Through her hair-care line, Pattern Beauty, Tracee has also become a successful entrepreneur, providing products and resources for individuals with curly hair.
Throughout her career, Tracee has demonstrated her versatility, talent, and dedication to her craft, solidifying her position as one of the most respected and beloved actresses in the industry.
