Biography
Lisa Bonet – An Actress, Active in the Industry Since 1982, Best Known For the Role in “The Cosby Show”
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Who is Lisa Bonet?
Lisa Bonet is an American actress. She was born on November 16, 1967, in San Francisco, California, US. She was born to Allen Bonet, and Arlene Bonet, with the zodiac sign Scorpio. Lisa holds an American nationality and a multiracial ethnicity. As per religion, she is Christian. Along with the height of 5 feet 2 inches, and weight about 53 kg, the actress has been able to maintain her body fit, along with with with a body measurement 32-23-31 inches. Also, her black eyes and black hair make her look pretty.
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| Celebrated Name | Lisa Bonet |
| Profession | Actress |
| Birth Date | November 16, 1967 |
| Birth Place | San Francisco, California, US |
| Star Sign | Scorpio |
| Parents | Father: Allen Bonet Mother: Arlene Bonet |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | Multiracial |
| Religion | Christian |
| Height | 5 feet 2 inches |
| Weight | 53 kg |
| Body Measurements | 32-23-31 inches |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Husband | Lenny Kravitz (divorced) Jason Momoa |
| Kids | 3 |
| Net Worth | $10 million |
Lisa enrolled in Birmingham High School in Van Nuys, California. Later, she joined in Celluloid’s Actor’s Studio in North Hollywood and certified in acting.
The Career of Lisa Bonet
Lisa started her career competing in many beauty competitions, as well as presenting on the television series as a child in a guest spot. Lisa got the role of The Cosby Show as a role of “Denise Huxtable” along with Bill Cosby and Phylicia Rashad. Later, in 1987, she left the show for a short time to star in “A Different World,” a spin-off series. The series was based on Denise’s life at college.
Furthermore, in 1987, she appeared in the movie “Angel Heart” as a role of 17-year-old Epiphany Proudfoot, alongside Mickey Rourke. The series was directed by Alan Parker. Besides, in the film, an explicit scene of several seconds was edited to ensure an R rating, that she shared with Rourke when she was 18 years old. Also, in the magazine “Interview,” it was followed by a topless centerspread. Later, during the run of “A Different World,” Lisa left a series after announcing her pregnancy news.
Lisa returned to the “The Cosby Show,” but in April 1991, she was fired due to the “creative differences.” In September 1992, she became a host of “Why Brother Voting?”. The show focussed on the concerns and apathy of young voters. In 198, she appeared as a supporting role in “Enemy of the State.” Likewise, ni 2000, she featured in “High Fidelity,” and in 2003, in “Biker Boyz.”
Moreover, in 2006, Lisa co-starred in the movie “Whitepaddy.” In the film, she was alongside Hill Harper, Debra Wilson, Sherilyn Fenn, Karen Black, and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Similarly, in 2008, she appeared in “Life on Mars,” the United States adaptation of the British television series.
Personal Life
On her 20th birthday, in 1987, Lisa eloped with an American rock singer Lenny Kravitz. Also, they had a daughter together. However, the couple divorced in 1993. Later, in 2005, Lisa started dating an actor Jason Momoa. Also, there was a rumor that they married on November 15, 2007. However, they made it official in October 2017. Besides, Lisa and Jason together have a daughter and son.
Net Worth
Along with earning name and fame, she has been able to make a good amount of money. Her net worth is estimated to be about $10 million as of 2020.
