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What is Jenna Ushkowitz’s Net Worth?
Jenna Ushkowitz, an accomplished American actress, singer, Broadway producer, and podcaster, boasts a net worth of $4 million. She is widely recognized for her portrayal of Tina Cohen-Chang on the Fox musical dramedy “Glee.” Ushkowitz’s Broadway credits include performances in “The King and I,” “Spring Awakening,” and “Waitress,” as well as co-producing hits like “Once on This Island,” “Be More Chill,” and “The Inheritance.”
Early Life and Education
Born on April 28, 1986, in Seoul, South Korea, Jenna Ushkowitz was adopted at four months old by Judi and Brad Ushkowitz, who raised her and her brother Gregg in East Meadow, New York. Her early education took place at Parkway School and Holy Trinity Diocesan High School in Long Island. During her high school years, she participated in numerous musical productions, including “Les Misérables,” “The Baker’s Wife,” and “Into the Woods.” Ushkowitz furthered her education at Marymount Manhattan College, graduating in 2007.
Career Beginnings
Ushkowitz’s career began when she was a child, featuring in a print ad for Playskool’s Dress Me Up Ernie doll. She soon appeared in TV commercials for brands like Toys R Us, Burger King, Hess toy trucks, and Jell-O, including three spots alongside comedian Bill Cosby. Additionally, she was a part of “Sesame Street” for four years.
Glee
Her major career breakthrough came in 2009 with her role as Tina Cohen-Chang on the Fox series “Glee.” She was a mainstay for the first five seasons, with her role shifting to a recurring character during the final season in 2015. On “Glee,” Ushkowitz showcased her vocal talent with performances of songs like “True Colors,” “Because You Loved Me,” “Gangnam Style,” “Hung Up,” and “I Kissed a Girl.” She also toured North America and Europe with her “Glee” castmates, with concert footage featured in the 2011 documentary “Glee: The 3D Concert Movie.” In 2013, she published an autobiography titled “Choosing Glee,” inspired by her experiences on the show.
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Other Acting Roles
Ushkowitz made her Broadway debut in 1996 in the revival of “The King and I,” playing a Royal Child until 1998. A decade later, she returned to Broadway as an understudy in “Spring Awakening.” In 2014, she appeared as Jeannie Ryan in the Hollywood Bowl’s production of “Hair,” and the following year, she starred in “The Wedding Singer” at Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera. In 2016, she stepped into the role of Dawn Williams in “Waitress” on Broadway and participated in “The 24 Hour Plays.” Ushkowitz also appeared in the 2017 musical film “Hello Again” and the comedy “1 Night in San Diego” in 2020. She took on dual roles as director and actor in the 2022 short film “The Dinner Party.” Between 2023 and 2024, Ushkowitz lent her voice to Queen Ryung in the Netflix animated series “Princess Power.”
Producing and Podcasting
In 2017, Ushkowitz ventured into Broadway production with the revival of “Once on This Island,” a project that earned the Tony Award for Best Revival of a Musical. In 2019, she co-produced two Broadway debuts: the musical “Be More Chill” and the play “The Inheritance,” with the latter winning the Tony Award for Best Play.
In 2016, Ushkowitz launched the podcast network At Will Radio with Will Malnati. On the network, she hosted the podcast “Infinite Positivities.” In 2019, Ushkowitz began the podcast “Showmance” with her former “Glee” co-star Kevin McHale to talk about their relationship and time on the show. The pair launched a new “Glee”-themed podcast, “And That’s What You Really Missed,” in 2022.
Charity and Advocacy
In 2014, Ushkowitz co-founded the Kindred Foundation with fellow actress and South Korean adoptee Samantha Futerman. The organization provides services to adoptees and their families around the world, including support with travel and translation. Elsewhere, Ushkowitz has advocated for such causes as LGBTQ rights and ocean conservation, working with groups including NYCLASS and Oceana.
Personal Life
In the summer of 2021, Ushkowitz married David Stanley. They had their first child, Emma, in 2022, followed by their second, Graham, in 2024.
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