Joie Lee facts for kids

Joie Susannah Lee is an American actress, film producer, and screenwriter. She is known for her work in movies and TV shows, especially those directed by her brother, Spike Lee.

Early Life and Family

Joie Lee's father was William James Edward Lee III, a talented jazz musician, bassist, actor, and composer. She comes from a family deeply involved in the arts, with several of her brothers and cousins also working in the film industry.

Her Career in Film and TV

Joie Lee has had a busy career in Hollywood. She is an actress, meaning she plays characters in movies and TV shows. She is also a film producer, which means she helps make sure movies get made, from start to finish. On top of that, she is a screenwriter, which means she writes the stories and dialogue for films.

She has appeared in many movies directed by her famous brother, Spike Lee. Some of these include She's Gotta Have It (1986), School Daze (1988), Do the Right Thing (1989), and Mo' Better Blues (1990). She also helped write and produce the movie Crooklyn (1994), which is a story about a family growing up in Brooklyn. Joie Lee has also worked on films without her brother, like A Kiss Before Dying (1991).

As an Actress

Joie Lee has played many different roles throughout her career. Here are some of the films and TV shows she has been in:

Film Roles

Television Roles

As a Director

Besides acting and writing, Joie Lee has also directed short films.

• 2022 Untitled (short film)
• 2023 Vitapoise (short film)

See also

In Spanish: Joie Lee para niños