Biography / Wiki
Being born to parents who are prominent faces in Hollywood, Sanaa Lathan has created her own identity from her skills and talents. Although her parents got separated later they were both very close to her and encouraged her to make a career in the entertainment industry.
She started her career by making appearances on the small screen through TV serials such as ‘NYPD Blue’ and ‘Family Matters’. After completing her higher studies, she played her first major role in the horror movie ‘Blade’ as a mother.
She earned popularity and world recognition for her role alongside Omar Epps in the romantic drama ‘Love & Basketball.’ While filming the movie, both fell in love and Epps was then her real-life boyfriend.
She was cast in the ‘Broadway’ play ‘A Raisin in the Sun’ in which her performance was appreciated. She has tried her hands in every genre and appeared in the thriller ‘Out of Time’ and the science-fiction film Alien vs. Predator.’
To date, she has been romantically linked with a number of celebrities but currently, she is officially single. Right now she is in the prime of her career and has a bright future to look forward to hence she is only focusing on her career.
Height / Weight / Age
| Date Of Birth | September 19, 1971 |
| Age | 53 Years |
| Height | In Centimeters – 170 cm
In Feet and Inches – 5’7” |
| Weight | In Kilograms – 55 kg
In Pounds – 121 lbs |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Dark Brown |
| Figure Measurements | 34-26-35 |
| Bra Size | 33B |
| Dress Size | 4 (US) |
| Shoe Size | 7 (US) |
Net Worth
According to the sources, Sanaa Lathan’s net worth is estimated to be $4 million USD approximately.
Education / Family
Sanaa Lathan was born on September 19, 1971 as Sanaa McCoy Lathan. She was born in New York City, to actor Eleanor McCoy and director Stan Lathan. She has a brother, Tendaji Lathan, who is now a well-known DJ. At a tender, she was trained in gymnastics and dance. She got exposure to the entertainment industry due to her parents.
She participated in a number of plays with the ‘Black Theatre Workshop’. She attended the ‘Manhattan Center for Science and Mathematics’ and earned her bachelor’s degree in English from the ‘University of California, Berkeley.’
Name |
Sanaa Lathan |
| Real Name | Sanaa McCoy Lathan |
| Nickname | Sanaa |
| Birth Place | New York City, USA |
| Profession | Actress |
| Zodiac sign | Virgo |
| School | High School |
| College | University of California
Yale University |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Nationality | American |
| Home Town | New York City, USA |
| Debut | 1988 |
| Fathers Name | Stan Lathan
|
| Mothers Name | Eleanor McCoy
|
| Brothers | Tendaji Lathan
|
| Sister | Colette Lathan (half-sister)
Arielle Lathan Lilane Lathan
|
Career / Fashion And Style
Sanaa Lathan was encouraged by her father to commence her acting career by taking up roles in TV serials such as ‘In the House,’ ‘NYPD Blue,’ and ‘Family Matters.’ In 1988, she was nominated for a ‘National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Image Award’ or her performance in the romantic comedy ‘The Best Man.’
In 2001, she appeared in a multicultural comedy movie ‘Catfish in Black Bean Sauce.’ At the ‘Black Reel Awards’ she was honored with the ‘Best Actress’ award for her role in ‘Out of Time.’ For her brilliant performance in ‘A Raisin in the Sun’ she received the ‘Theatre World Award’ for the ‘Best Female Lead.’
In the movie ‘The Perfect Guy’ she played the role of ‘Leah Vaughn’ and also became the executive producer of the film. She became the voice artist on ‘The Cleveland Show’ for the character of ‘Donna Tubbs’.
Boyfriends, Affairs, Husband and More
| Boyfriends | Not known |
| Marital Status | Divorced |
| Husband | Shemar Moore (ex-husband)
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Favorite Things
Here we are providing you the list of Sanaa Lathan’s favorite things.
| Favorite Actors | Leonardo DiCaprio |
| Favorite Actress | Scarlett Johansson |
| Favorite Food | Italian Food |
| Favorite Destinations | Miami |
| Favorite Color(s) | Pink |
Some Interesting Facts About Sanaa Lathan
- Sanaa spent half of her childhood in Beverly Hills with her father Stan Lathan and the rest of the childhood was spent in New York City with her mother.
- Her name is pronounced as ‘Sa-NA’ just the way Sinatra is pronounced without the tra.
- She attended Yale University to pursue graduation in drama.
- In 2000, Ebony Magazine listed her name in the list of ’55 most beautiful people’.
- For her role in the movie ‘Disappearing Acts’, she gained 20 pounds extra.
- In three different films like Something New, Love & Basketball, and The Family That Preys the actress Alfre Woodard has played the role of Sanaa’s mother.
- She is a good friend of Regina Hall and Gabrielle Union.
