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<h2>Early Life and Education</h2>
<p>Jayma Mays, born <a href="/biography/jayma-mays">Jamia Suzette Mays</a> on July 16, 1979, in Bristol, Tennessee, is an American actress and singer. She grew up in nearby Grundy, Virginia. Mays graduated from high school in 1997 and went on to earn an associate degree from Southwest Virginia Community College. She later transferred to Virginia Tech and finished her education at Radford University, where she studied theater.</p>

<h2>Television Career</h2>
<p>Mays made her television debut in 2004 with a guest role on the NBC sitcom <i>Joey</i>. Over the years, she built a diverse television portfolio, with recurring and guest appearances in several notable shows. She had roles in <i>Ugly Betty</i> (2007–2008), <i>Drunk History</i> (2013–2019), <i>The League</i> (2012–2014), <i>Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp</i> (2015), and <i>The Millers</i> (2013–2015).</p>

<h2>Breakthrough on Glee</h2>
<p>Mays is best known for her role as <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emma_Pillsbury">guidance counselor</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emma_Pillsbury">Emma Pillsbury</a> on the Fox musical comedy-drama series <i>Glee</i> (2009–2015). She was a main <a href="/biography/jayma-mays">cast member</a> during the show's first three seasons and later appeared as a guest star through its conclusion in season six. Her performance was well-received and helped establish her as a recognizable figure in television.</p>

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<h2>Film Work</h2>
<p>Jayma Mays has also appeared in a variety of films, showcasing her range in both comedic and dramatic roles. Her film credits include <i>Flags of Our Fathers</i> (2006), <i>Epic Movie</i> (2007), <i>Get Smart’s Bruce and Lloyd: Out of Control</i> (2008), <i>Paul Blart: Mall Cop</i> (2009), <i>The Smurfs</i> (2011), <i>The Smurfs 2</i> (2013), <i>Last Weekend</i> (2013), and <i>Larry Gaye: Renegade Male Flight Attendant</i> (2015).</p>

<h2>Recent Work: Trial & Error</h2>
<p>In March 2017, Mays took on the role of prosecutor Carol Anne Keane in the NBC sitcom <i>Trial & Error</i>. Her performance in the parody legal comedy received critical praise, highlighting her comedic timing and versatility as an actress.</p>

<h2>Personal Life</h2>
<p>Jayma Mays met fellow <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adam_Campbell_(actor)">actor</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adam_Campbell_(actor)">Adam Campbell</a> on the set of <i>Epic Movie</i> in 2006. The couple married in 2007 and welcomed their son, Jude Jones, in August 2016. Mays maintains a relatively private personal life but occasionally speaks about the importance of balancing family and career.</p>

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