American actor Wendell Pierce was born to army veteran Amos Pierce and Althea Pierce, a teacher. Pierce has two older siblings, Ron and Stacey Pierce.
Wendell Pierce is an American actor and businessman known for his performances in movies, television shows, and theatre. Pierce starred in major roles in two popular television shows, “The Wire” and “Suits.” Apart from acting, Pierce also works as an entrepreneur in the field of creating economic opportunities for neglected communities. With an acting career that spans over 35 years, Pierce remains one of the most dependable and safe actors in the industry.
Who are Wendell Pierce’s parents?
Wendell Pierce was born in 1963 in New Orleans to World War 2 veteran Amos Pierce and his wife, Althea Pierce. Amos Pierce was a highly decorated World War 2 veteran who served in the segregated 24th Infantry Division. Wendell has often recalled his father being a man of discipline and resilience. Pierce's mother, Althea, was a middle school teacher.
Who are Wendell Pierce's siblings?
Wendell Pierce's eldest brother, Stacey Pierce, was an academic and scholar. Stacey passed away in 2000. Pierce’s elder brother is Ron Pierce, a professional in the military and public service. Ron has served in many government roles, most notably working for the U.S. Department of Energy, where he was involved in clean energy investments.
Who is Wendell Pierce's partner?
While working in the Starz series “Power Book III: Raising Kanan,” Pierce met actress Erika Woods, who played his on-screen wife. Their on-screen chemistry soon crossed over to real life, and they've been in a committed relationship for quite some time. The pair has publicly acknowledged their relationship, appearing at events like the Met Gala. Both actors have mentioned each other in interviews with mutual respect and admiration.
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Wendell Pierce is a Sagittarius.
Wendell Pierce is 5 feet 8 inches tall.
