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Today (August 5),
Jesse Williams celebrates his
birthday!
Best known for his role as Dr. Jackson Avery in
Grey’s Anatomy, Jesse is a revered onscreen talent who is equally beloved for his efforts on behalf of the Black community. Exiting the award-winning series earlier this year, after 12 seasons of heat, he’s gone on to direct, spend quality time with his family, earn an Emmy nomination for his part in
social issue documentary With Drawn Arms, and more. Jesse continues to be a man of his people.
The Chicago native joins the lovable Leos in celebrating a new year. Williams turns 44 years young and the actor, director and producer has a lot to celebrate. From his most notable role in
Grey’s Anatomy to films like
The Cabin in the Woods and
The Butler. He also provided voice acting and motion capture for Markus in the video game
Detroit: Become Human.
For his B-Day a few years ago, he hit Instagram with a photo dump, sharing pics of himself at various ages, alongside this message:
I will now participate in the time honored Happy Birfday This-is-your-Life photo dumping of the slides show. 🎂
It’s mos def a day of reflection and gratitude for the constant barrage of karmic gifts that has always been my life.
For real, THANK YOU for it ALL. 🤲🏽
Prior to his big day, Jesse’s loved ones were anxious to celebrate another trip around the sun and got the festivities going early. He once posted a photo of a scrumptious dessert from his kids, adorned with the message “Happy Birthday Daddy.”
Unfortunately ladies, Jesse is seemingly in a relationship with director Ciarra Pardo. So no need to go deep sea diving through his DMs today. Join us in wishing the young King a happy, happy birthday.
Be sure to check out more photos of Jesse, and all his sexiness, below:
