Jordan Alexander (born July 27, 1993) is a Canadian actress and singer. She first gained recognition for starring in the Facebook Watch series Sacred Lies: The Singing Bones, prior to landing her breakout role as the lead character[2] Julien Calloway in the HBO Max series reboot of Gossip Girl.
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| Born | July 27, 1993 Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada |
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| Years active | 2011–present[1] |
Early life
editJordan Alexander was born on July 23, 1993[3] in Vancouver, British Columbia, and later relocated to Toronto, Ontario at the age of 12.[4][5][6] Alexander is of German, Irish and mixed African-American descent.[7] Alexander has two siblings, an older sister, Sydney, and a younger sister.[8]
Acting career
editIn 2018, Alexander signed with a modeling agency located in Toronto.[8]
In 2020, Alexander played Elsie/Maya on the second season of the Facebook Watch series Sacred Lies: The Singing Bones.[9]
From 2021 to 2023, she starred in the HBO Max revival of Gossip Girl as the new main protagonist Julien Calloway.
Musical career
editIn 2016, she released her debut album, The Lonely Hearts Club.
In 2018, she performed as an opener for singer Kehlani at Toronto Pride. In 2019, she collaborated with singer-songwriter Carly Rae Jepsen for a Pride performance.[6]
Endorsements
editIn 2022, Alexander was announced as a brand ambassador of Savage x Fenty.[11]
Personal life
editAlexander identifies as queer.[12] She currently resides in Brooklyn.[13]
Filmography
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
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| 2020 | Sacred Lies: The Singing Bones | Elsie/Maya | Main role (Season 2) | [14] |
| 2021–2023 | Gossip Girl | Julien "JC" Calloway | Main role | [15] |
References
edit- ^ "Meet The New Queen Bee On 'Gossip Girl'". Bustle. July 8, 2021. Retrieved December 6, 2021.
- ^ "Gossip Girl's Jordan Alexander and Christopher John Rogers On Making Their "Adventurous" Met Gala Debut Together". Vogue. September 14, 2021. Retrieved December 6, 2021.
- ^ "Meet Jordan Alexander, Everyone's Favourite Gossip Girl Crush". Girlfriend. July 14, 2021. Retrieved December 6, 2021.
- ^ "Jordan Alexander Age, Birthday, Height, Family, Bio, Facts, And Much More". Archived from the original on December 6, 2021. Retrieved December 6, 2021.
- ^ Santillana, Maria Gracia (June 29, 2021). "The Truth About Gossip Girl Star Jordan Alexander". TheList.com. Retrieved December 6, 2021.
- ^ a b Marine, Brooke (April 19, 2021). "Gossip Girl's Jordan Alexander Welcomes an Inclusive Future". W Magazine. Retrieved July 9, 2023.
- ^ "Jordan Alexander: 12 facts about Gossip Girl's Julien Calloway you should know". PopBuzz. Archived from the original on July 7, 2021. Retrieved December 6, 2021.
- ^ a b c Gonzales, Erica (December 2, 2021). "Jordan Alexander Is in It for the Long Haul". Elle Magazine. Retrieved July 9, 2023.
- ^ "Jordan Alexander Lands Major Role in 'Sacred Lies: The Singing Bones'". iHorror. April 7, 2020. Retrieved December 6, 2021.
- ^ Vujić, Katja (August 2, 2021). "Gossip Girl's Jordan Alexander Lets the Julien Energy Flow". The Cut. Retrieved December 6, 2021.
- ^ Coger, Vanessa (September 13, 2022). "Savage X Fenty Debuts Loungewear Collection — With Help From Gossip Girl's Jordan Alexander". Refinery29. Retrieved July 9, 2023.
- ^ Savoy, Starr (July 7, 2021). "All About Jordan Alexander, the Actress Playing the Queen B of Gossip Girl's Reboot". ELLE. Retrieved December 6, 2021.
- ^ Khan, Aamina (August 19, 2021). "Gossip Girl's Jordan Alexander Is Embracing Her Hair Journey". Byrdie. Retrieved July 9, 2023.
- ^ Andreeva, Nellie (August 24, 2020). "'Gossip Girl': Jordan Alexander Joins HBO Max Series Reboot". Deadline. Retrieved December 6, 2021.
- ^ "5 Things to Know About Gossip Girl's New Queen Bee: Jordan Alexander". Us Weekly. July 7, 2021. Retrieved December 6, 2021.