Quinta Brunson is an American writer, producer, actress, and comedian. She is best known for creating, executive producing, co-writing, and starring in the ABC comedy series Abbott Elementary (2021–present).
Brunson gained prominence for her self-produced Instagram series Girl Who Has Never Been on a Nice Date. She went on to produce and act in content for BuzzFeed Video, and developed two streaming series with BuzzFeed Motion Pictures.
At the 74th Primetime Emmy Awards, she became the first Black woman to be nominated three times in the comedy category, receiving nominations for Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series (which she won), Outstanding Comedy Series (as an executive producer), and Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series.
At the 75th ceremony, she became the first Black woman to win Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy in over 40 years. Brunson was honored with a 2022 Peabody Award for her work in Abbott Elementary. She was also placed on the Time 100 Most Influential People of 2022 list.
Brunson has acted in the series iZombie, Single Parents, and Miracle Workers; provided voice work for Lazor Wulf and Magical Girl Friendship Squad; and starred in the first season of the HBO sketch comedy series A Black Lady Sketch Show.
Quinta Brunson age
Quinta Brunson was born on December 21, 1989. She celebrated her 34th birthday in 2023. Brunson was born and raised in West Philadelphia.
Her name means “fifth” in Spanish and signifies that she is youngest of five children.
Quinta Brunson parents and siblings
She is the daughter of Rick and Norma Jean Brunson, and she grew up in a Jehovah’s Witness household with older siblings Kalid, Nija (better known as Jia), Kiyana, and Kwei.
In her book, Quinta referred to her mother as a “dedicated and brilliant kindergarten teacher,” and during an appearance on “The Kelly Clarkson Show” to promote “Abbot Elementary,” she revealed, “I was in my mother’s class, her kindergarten class. I was in her class and I went to the same school where she taught for like six years, including kindergarten. So I rode to school with her, rode home with her, watched her work more at home. It’s just getting such a different view. And I really credit my mom’s experience for helping me to create the show.”
As a child, Brunson was very energetic, which led her mother to enroll her in ballet and aerobics classes. Quinta studied at the Charter High School for Architecture & Design and became “obsessed” with comedy as a teenager, which inspired her to take an improv class.
After graduating from high school, she attended Temple University, and as a sophomore, she took classes with Chicago’s famed Second City improv comedy troupe. Quinta later dropped out of college to pursue a comedy career.
Quinta Brunson husband
Quinta Brunson is married to Kevin Jay Anik, a sales manager. She announced her engagement to Kevin Jay Anik in July 2020, and the couple married in September 2021.
Not only does Brunson not post about Anik, he also doesn’t appear to have a public social media profile himself.
Though she has never posted about him on social media, she did give him a shout-out during her speeches at the 2022 Emmys and 2023 Golden Globes.
“In case I am not back up here again, I have to thank my mom, dad, brothers and sisters, my cousins … my wonderful husband because he’s the most supportive man I’ve ever known and my incredible cast and show for helping me to make this show and make the pilot,” she said during her historic win for outstanding writing for a comedy series at the Emmys.
In addition to calling him the “most supportive man” in her Emmys speech, Anik has supported the actress at a handful of events, including the Time 100 Gala in June 2022 when she was honored as one of the publication’s most influential people.
Quinta Brunson children
As of the time of writing (January 2024), Quinta Brunson does not have a child yet.
Quinta Brunson net worth
According to Celebrity Net Worth, Quinta Brunson has a net worth of around $3 million.
FAQ
How old is Quinta Brunson?
34 years old
When was Quinta Brunson born?
December 21, 1989
Where was Quinta Brunson born?
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
How tall is Quinta Brunson?
4 feet 12 inches, or 1.51 meters
What is Quinta Brunson known for?
Abbott Elementary, Weird: The Al Yankovic Story, Big Mouth, and A Black Lady Sketch Show
Is Quinta Brunson married?
Yes, to Kevin Jay Anik since September 5, 2021
Does Quinta Brunson have any kids?
No! Quinta Brunson does not have any children as of January 2024.
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