Keke Palmer
Career
Active 2004 – present
Biography
About Keke Palmer
Award-winning actress Keke Palmer began her career as a child star and has grown into one of the most recognizable performers in entertainment. Born in Harvey, Illinois, she moved to California with her family to pursue acting. By age 12, she had become a millionaire, thanks to her breakout role in the film "Akeelah and the Bee" (2006). She later starred in Nickelodeon's "True Jackson, VP" and voiced Aisha in "Winx Club." More recently, she appeared in "Nope" (2022) and "Hustlers." In 2021, she won a Primetime Emmy Award for her work on "Turnt Up with the Taylors."
Beyond her acting roles, Palmer is a singer, songwriter, author, and entrepreneur. She owns the KeyTV Digital Network and has served as a host and guest judge on shows like American Idol. She made history as the first Black Cinderella on Broadway. She has also been open about living with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and has become an advocate for health awareness through her work with the GMA website.
Palmer is American, Black, and identifies as bisexual. At 32 years old, she stands 5'6" with black hair and brown eyes. She has a slim build and natural breasts. Her tattoos are located on her left ribcage, right side of the body, and upper back, and she has nipple piercings. With over 100 acting credits and a career spanning more than two decades, she continues to be a prominent figure in the entertainment industry. Her Instagram following has grown to 14.7 million, reflecting her broad appeal.
Record
Profile details
Personal
- Years Active
- 2004-present (22 years active)
- Birthplace
- Harvey, Illinois, United States
- Ethnicity
- Black
- Sexuality
- Bisexual
Body
- Hair Color
- Black
- Eye Color
- Brown
- Weight
- 128 lbs (or 58 kg)
- Measurements
- 36–25–37 (B–W–H) · WHR 0.68
- Bra/Cup Size
- 34C show conversions - UK: 34C, EU: 75C, AU: 12C, JP: 75C
- Boobs
- Real/Natural
- Tattoos
- Left ribcage; right side of body; upper back
- Piercings
- Both Nipples
Extra
- Instagram Followers
- 14.7m (as of June 2026)
Frequently asked
What is Keke Palmer's real name?
Her full name is Lauren Keyana "Keke" Palmer.
When did Keke Palmer first become famous?
She rose to prominence as a child actress in "Akeelah and the Bee" (2006) at age 11, and by age 12 she was already a millionaire.
Has Keke Palmer won any major awards?
Yes, she won a Primetime Emmy Award in 2021 for her work in "Turnt Up with the Taylors."
What is KeyTV Digital Network?
KeyTV Digital Network is a digital network that Keke Palmer owns, reflecting her entrepreneurial ventures beyond acting and music.
Did you know
- Keke Palmer became a millionaire by age 12 after her breakout role in "Akeelah and the Bee."
- She made history as the first Black Cinderella on Broadway.
- She has been an advocate for PCOS awareness, sharing her own experiences with the condition.
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