Jemima Kirke

Date of Birth: April 26, 1985

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

Biography

Jemima Kirke is a British-American actress, artist, and director, best known for her role as Jessa Johansson on the HBO series “Girls.” Born in London, England, she moved to New York City at a young age. Jemima comes from a creative family; her father, Simon Kirke, was the drummer for the rock bands Free and Bad Company, and her mother, Lorraine Kirke, owns the vintage boutique Geminola. Jemima attended the Rhode Island School of Design and graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in painting. Her introduction to acting came through her friendship with Lena Dunham, who cast her in the indie film “Tiny Furniture” (2010) before offering her a role in “Girls.” Beyond acting, Jemima is an accomplished artist, with her works having been exhibited in various galleries. She has also directed several music videos and short films, showcasing her versatility in the arts. Jemima has two children and continues to balance her life between acting, directing, and her art career.

5 Interesting Facts about Jemima Kirke

1. Jemima Kirke’s full name is Jemima Jo M Kirke.

2. She has a tattoo of a safety pin on her left wrist and many other tattoos.

3. Jemima posed nude for a painting to promote breast cancer awareness in 2015.

4. She has dual citizenship in the United Kingdom and the United States.

5. Jemima attended Saint Ann’s School in Brooklyn, New York, where she met Lena Dunham.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Jemima Kirke

1. “I’ve always had a complex relationship with acting because it’s an industry that promotes self-obsession.”

2. “Being an artist, you have to be vulnerable. And I think that’s something that’s hard to show, especially for women.”

3. “Motherhood has changed me in so many ways; it’s made me more patient and more compassionate.”

4. “Art is my first love, and it’s something I’ll always go back to.”

5. “I think the best way to stay grounded is to surround yourself with people who support you.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth Jemima Kirke has achieved is estimated to be around $3 million.

Children

Jemima Kirke has two children: a daughter named Rafaella Israel, born in 2010, and a son named Memphis Kirke, born in 2012. She shares her children with her ex-husband, Michael Mosberg, whom she married in 2009 and separated from in 2017.