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Toukie Smith
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Doris A. Smith
September 25, 1952 |
| Other names | Tookie Smith |
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| Years active | 1972–present |
| Known for | Eva Rawley – 227 |
| Partner(s) | Robert De Niro (1988–1996) |
| Children | 2 |
| Family | Willi Smith (brother) |
Toukie Smith, whose real name is Doris A. Smith, is an American actress and model. She was born on September 25, 1952. Many people know her best for playing Eva Rawley on the TV show 227. Toukie is also the sister of famous fashion designer Willi Smith.
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About Toukie Smith
Early Life and Education
Toukie Smith grew up in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Her mother worked in a factory, and her father was a butcher. She had two brothers, one of whom was Willi Smith. Toukie later studied at the Fashion Institute of Technology.
Her Career as a Model
Toukie Smith began her career as a model in 1972. She worked for many big fashion brands. These included Chanel, Versace, and Issey Miyake. She also modeled for her brother Willi Smith's clothing line, WilliWear Ltd.
Toukie was also very successful in print modeling. She appeared in photo campaigns for Yves St. Laurent. Her pictures were also in popular magazines. These magazines included Vogue, ELLE, and Seventeen. In 1978, Toukie was named Bloomingdale's Model of the Year. She was the second African-American model to have a mannequin made to look like her.
Acting Roles
Besides her modeling, Toukie Smith is also known for her acting. She played Eva Rawley on the NBC TV show 227 from 1989 to 1990. She also appeared in several movies. These include Talkin' Dirty After Dark (1991) and Joe's Apartment (1994). Another movie she was in was The Preacher's Wife (1996). Toukie also owned a restaurant in New York City called Toukie's.
Toukie Smith's Personal Life
From 1988 to 1996, Toukie Smith was partners with actor Robert De Niro. They had twin children together.
Toukie shared that her unique name, "Toukie," came from her grandmother. Her grandmother used to sing her a song about a very energetic fire engine. Today, Toukie Smith lives in Battery Park City, New York.
Filmography
- 1987–88: Miami Vice
- 1988: Me and Him
- 1989–90: 227
- 1991: Talkin' Dirty After Dark
- 1994: I Like It Like That
- 1996: Joe's Apartment
- 1996: The Preacher's Wife
- 1999: Goosed
