Salli Richardson was born in Chicago, Illinois, to an African-American mother and a father of Irish and Italian descent. From a young age, she demonstrated a passion for acting, which she cultivated through regular participation at the Kuumba Workshop in Chicago. This early exposure helped nurture her talent and set the foundation for a future career in the performing arts.
Richardson began her acting career with smaller roles in films such as Prelude to a Kiss and Posse. These early appearances, while minor, helped her gain practical experience and industry visibility. Over time, her performances garnered recognition, leading to more prominent roles and establishing her as a versatile actress in both film and television.
Her filmography spans multiple genres, including comedy, drama, horror, and psychological thrillers. Some of her notable early film roles include Mo' Money, Sioux City, and A Low Down Dirty Shame. She also voiced the character Elisa Maza in Disney’s animated series Gargoyles.
Throughout her career, Richardson continued to take on diverse roles, including appearances in Family Law, Rude Awakening, and the critically acclaimed film Antwone Fisher. She expanded her action-horror credentials with movies like Anacondas: The Hunt for the Blood Orchid and later appeared in projects such as I Am Legend, I Will Follow, Pastor Brown, and The Sin Seer.
| Birth Date: | 23 Nov, 1967 |
| Age: | 52 yrs |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Chicago |
| Education: | University of Chicago Laboratory Schools |
| Gender: | Female |
| Description: | American actress and director |
| Twitter Id: | Sallirichardson |
| Spouse: | Dondre Whitfield [M. 2002] |
| Net Worth 2021: | 2 million |
