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Kellee Stewart (born March 31, 1976) is an American actress. She is well-known for her roles in popular movies and TV shows. Kellee also works as a writer and producer. She is a strong supporter for people who are trying to start families.

Early Life and Education

Kellee Stewart grew up in Norristown, Pennsylvania. She finished high school there in 1993. After high school, Kellee went to the State University of New York at Purchase. She studied acting and earned her degree with honors. Before moving to California, she lived in New York City and worked as a talent agent.

Acting Career Highlights

Kellee Stewart is famous for playing Keisha in the 2005 movie Guess Who. She starred alongside Bernie Mac and her friend Zoe Saldana. From 2006 to 2010, Kellee played Stephanie Lane in the TBS TV show My Boys.

She has appeared in many other popular TV shows. These include Law and Order: SVU, The Soul Man, All American, Chicago Med, and On My Block. In movies, Kellee co-starred in Hot Tub Time Machine (2010) and Hot Tub Time Machine 2. She also appeared in the independent film Hunter Gatherer. Kellee had a regular role in the Lifetime series Witches of East End.

In 2016, Kellee was cast as Madonna Reed in the NBC show Midnight, Texas. This show was based on a book series. She returned for the second season of the drama in 2018.

Writing and Producing

Kellee Stewart also writes and produces her own projects. She created a comedy show called BBF (Black Best Friend) for 20th Century Fox. This show was based on her own experiences as an actress and her childhood friendships. Kellee not only stars in BBF but also helps write and produce it.

In 2017, she starred in the Lifetime movie Love By The 10th Date. This movie was written and directed by Nzingah Stewart. Kellee also wrote and produced a TV movie called 29 Eggs. This movie tells her personal story about fertility.

Advocacy for Family Journeys

Kellee Stewart began speaking out about reproductive health and fertility in 2000. She hosts a weekly Instagram show called “Warrior Wednesdays”. On this show, she talks with patients and doctors about fertility. Kellee has become a well-known supporter for fertility awareness. She has worked with groups like Resolve - The National Infertility Association. In 2022, she received an award for her work in social impact and advocacy.

In 2023, Kellee partnered with Evite, a large online invitation company. Together, they created "Parenthood Journey". This new section offers invitations for the infertility community and those on their path to becoming parents. Kellee continues to write and develop new content for television and media.

Filmography

Film

Television