Danielle Brooks

Danielle Brooks was born on September 17, 1989, in Augusta, Georgia, USA. She is an American actress, known for roles in Peacemaker (2022), Orange Is the New Black (2013), and Robin Roberts Presents: Mahalia (2021). Her portrayal of Taystee in Orange Is the New Black earned critical acclaim and launched her career.

Brooks has been active in the industry since 2009, starting around age 19. She stands 5'4" tall and has a BBW body type with natural measurements of 42–33–44. She has black hair and brown eyes. With over 2.7 million Instagram followers, she has built a substantial fan base. She is straight and of Black ethnicity. Her work spans both television and film, and she has also taken on producing roles.