Who is Viola Davis' husband?

Last Modified Mar 14, 2023 05:27 GMT
Source: Viola Davis’ Facebook

Viola Davis has been married to Julius Tennon since 2003.

Julius Tennon is an actor, producer, and writer, known for his work on films such as "Dazed and Confused," "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice," and "Small Town Crime." The couple has a daughter together named Genesis, who was adopted in 2011.

Who is Julius Tennon?

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Julius Tennon is an American actor, producer, and writer, born on December 24, 1953, in Austin, Texas. Tennon has appeared in numerous films, television shows, and stage productions throughout his career.

Tennon's notable acting credits include roles in films such as "The Architect," "Small Town Crime," and "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice." He has also made appearances in popular television shows such as "ER," "The Closer," and "Criminal Minds."

In addition to his acting career, Tennon is also a producer and has produced several films, including "Custody" and "Dancing in September." He is the founder and president of JuVee Productions, a production company he established with his wife, Viola Davis, in 2011.

Who is Viola Davis?

Source: Viola Davis’ Facebook

Viola Davis is an American actress and producer, born on August 11, 1965, in St. Matthews, South Carolina. She has become known for her powerful performances in film, television, and on stage, and is considered one of the most talented and respected actresses in Hollywood.

Davis began her acting career in the theater, where she won critical acclaim for her performances in several Broadway productions, including "King Hedley II," "Fences," and "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom." She has won several awards for her stage work, including Tony Awards for Best Performance by a Leading Actress in a Play for her roles in "Fences" and "King Hedley II."

In addition to her theater work, Davis has appeared in numerous films, including "Doubt," "The Help," and "Fences," for which she won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. She has also made appearances on popular television shows such as "How to Get Away with Murder," for which she won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series, and "United States of Tara."

Davis is also a producer, and in 2011, she and her husband Julius Tennon founded JuVee Productions, a production company that has produced several films and television shows. She is known for her activism and outspokenness on issues such as diversity and women's rights.

When did Viola Davis and Julius Tennon get married?

Source: Viola Davis’ Facebook

Viola Davis and Julius Tennon got married on June 23, 2003. They met on the set of the television show "City of Angels," where Tennon had a guest role and Davis was a series regular.

Davis has spoken publicly about how she knew Tennon was the man she wanted to marry after their first date. Tennon, who had been married twice before, proposed to Davis after only three weeks of dating, and they were married in a private ceremony at their home in California.

The couple has been together ever since and have one daughter together, Genesis, who they adopted in 2011.

FAQs

A. Viola Davis and Julius Tennon have been married since June 23, 2003, so they have been married for nearly 20 years as of 2023.
A. Yes, Viola Davis and Julius Tennon have one daughter together, named Genesis, who they adopted in 2011.
A. Yes, Viola Davis has won an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the film "Fences" in 2017.
A. JuVee Productions is a production company founded by Viola Davis and Julius Tennon in 2011. The company is focused on producing films and television shows that promote diversity and inclusion.

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