Camille Winbush is a talented American actress and singer, born on February 9, 1990, in Culver City, California.

Known for her impressive career spanning both television and film, Winbush has showcased her versatility and dedication to her craft from a young age.

As the only child of Anthony and Alice Winbush, she was homeschooled and received on-set tutoring throughout her early career, balancing both education and acting.

Winbush first appeared on television in the series Viper in 1994, playing the character Lucy.

 

The following year, she made her film debut in Dangerous Minds. Her early career was marked by roles in a variety of shows, including her portrayal of Emma Aimes on the sitcom Minor Adjustments (1995-1996), and a guest appearance on Brotherly Love in a Halloween episode.

In 1999, she portrayed Pearline, a bookworm, in the critically acclaimed film Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai. She also had recurring roles on Seventh Heaven and lent her voice to the character Ashley Tomassian on Disney’s animated show Recess.

Her major breakthrough came in 2001 when she was cast as Vanessa Thomkins on The Bernie Mac Show, a role that would bring her widespread acclaim and multiple awards. Winbush portrayed the intelligent and responsible teenage niece of comedian Bernie Mac in the show, which aired until 2006.

Her performance earned her three NAACP Image Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series and a Young Artist Award for Best Performance in a TV Series (Comedy or Drama) as a Leading Young Actress.

 

Following her success on The Bernie Mac Show, Camille continued to build her acting resume with guest roles in well-known television shows, including Strong Medicine, Criminal Minds, That’s Life, The Norm Show, NYPD Blue, Any Day Now, and Grey’s Anatomy.

In 2007, she appeared in Disney’s musical production Geppetto, further demonstrating her range as an actress and performer.

From 2008 to 2013, Winbush took on a recurring role as Lauren Tracy in the teen drama The Secret Life of the American Teenager, where she played a close friend of the main character.

Camille’s versatility shone through her participation in a wide range of genres, from sitcoms to dramas to voice work. In 2009, she was cast as Miriam in the web series The Choir, where she replaced Adara Victor. Expanding her work in animation, she voiced Ronda in Children of Ether and Serena in Cannon Busters, both productions by animator LeSean Thomas.

Camille Winbush’s net worth is estimated to be around $4.5 million, a testament to her success and the longevity of her career in entertainment. Standing at 1.58 meters, she has managed to stay grounded and maintain a relatively private life, focusing on her passion for acting and singing.

Throughout her career, she has been recognized not only for her talent but also for her professionalism and resilience in an industry that can be particularly challenging for young actors.

Though Camille’s early roles often involved comedic or family-oriented themes, she has demonstrated her ability to tackle diverse and complex characters across various genres.

As her career progresses, fans eagerly anticipate what she will take on next, whether in acting, music, or new creative ventures.