Jo Marie Payton Biography

Jo Marie Payton is an American actress and singer. She is best known for her role as Harriette Baines Winslow on the ABC/CBS sitcom Family Matters, a role she originated on its forerunner series Perfect Strangers.

From 2001 to 2005, Payton provided the voice for Suga Mama Proud on Disney Channel’s animated series The Proud Family and Disney+’s upcoming revival The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder. The role earned her an NAACP Image Award nomination in 2005. Payton also had a recurring role as the personal assistant to Gregory Hines’ character, Ben Doucette, during season two of Will & Grace.

Jo Marie Payton Age

Jo is 71 years old as of 2021. She was born on 3 August 1950, in Albany, Georgia, United States. She celebrates her birthday every 3 of August every year.

Jo Marie Payton Height and Weight

Jo stands at an average height. He appears to be quite tall in stature if his photos, relative to his surroundings, are anything to go by. However, details regarding his actual height and other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We will update this section when the information is available.

Jo Marie Payton Education

Payton attended high school at North Dade Jr./ Sr. High School and later graduated from Miami Carol City Senior High School in 1968. Payton graduated from Albany State University.

Jo Marie Payton Family, Parents, and Siblings

Jo was born and raised in Albany, Georgia. Payton is the daughter of her mother named Driscoll Payton, and her father is Frankie Bell Payton. Her siblings are  Vale Payton, Michael Payton, Tommy Payton, Johnny Payton, Tina Payton, Danny Payton, Stacy Payton, and Frankie L.Payton.

Jo Marie Payton Husband and Children

Payton was married four times and divorced three times. Her first marriage was to Marc France from 1980 to 1987 with whom she has a daughter, Chantale France, born 1984. From April 17, 1993, until 1998, Payton was married to Rodney Noble. Shortly after divorcing Noble, Payton married Landrus Clark in 1998; later divorcing in 2004. Payton has been married to Leonard Downs since 2007.

Jo Marie Payton Salary

Details pertaining to her annual earnings are currently unavailable. This information is however currently under review and will be updated as soon as it has been made publicly available.

Jo Marie Payton Net Worth

Jo has an estimated net worth of $4 million dollars as of 2020. This includes her assets, money, and income. Her primary source of income is her career as an actress. Through his various sources of income, she has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

Jo Marie Payton Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Jo Marie Payton.

Jo Marie Payton Wiki

• Full Names: Jo Marie Payton 
• Popular As: Jo Marie Payton
• Gender: Female
• Occupation / Profession: Actress
• Nationality: American
• Race / Ethnicity: Black
• Religion: Not Known
• Sexual Orientation: Straight

Jo Marie Payton Birthday

• Age / How Old?: 71 years old as of 2021
• Zodiac Sign: Leo
• Date of Birth: August 3, 1950
• Place of Birth: Albany, Georgia, U.S.
• Birthday: August 3

Jo Marie Payton Body Measurements

• Body Measurements: Not Available
• Height / How Tall?: Not Available
• Weight: Not Known
• Eye Color: Not Available
• Hair Color: Not Available
• Shoe Size: Not Available
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• Breast Size: Not Available
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Jo Marie Payton Family and Relationship

• Father (Dad): Frankie Bell Payton
• Mother: Driscoll Payton
• Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Vale Payton, Michael Payton, Tommy Payton, Johnny Payton, Tina Payton, Danny Payton, Stacy Payton, and Frankie L.Payton.
• Marital Status: Married
• Dating / Husband:  Leonard Downs 
• Children: Chantale France

Jo Marie Payton Net Worth and Salary

• Net Worth: $4 million
• Salary: Under Review
• Source of Income: Actress

Jo Marie Payton Career

Payton’s big break came when she was cast as Harriette Winslow, the elevator operator on the ABC sitcom Perfect Strangers, in 1987. Her performance was so well received by audiences that she was given her own sitcom, Family Matters, in 1989. Continuing her character Harriette Winslow from Perfect Strangers, she played a mother in a middle-class black family living in Chicago, Illinois. Payton left Family Matters partway through its final season, appearing for the last time on December 19, 1997. Payton’s character was played by Judyann Elder in the show’s remaining eight episodes.

In 2002, Payton appeared on the “TV Moms” episode of the Anne Robinson version of The Weakest Link and was the third one voted off. In 2003, Payton and her daughter appeared on a Mother’s Day episode of Lingo, playing against fellow TV mom Meredith Baxter and her daughter. Baxter and her daughter won. In 2005, Jo Marie Payton provided the voice of Suga Mama in The Proud Family Movie. Her other television credits include Desperate Housewives, Reba, Girlfriends, Wanda at Large, Judging Amy, The Parkers, Will & Grace, The Hughleys, 7th Heaven, Moesha, The Jamie Foxx Show, 227, Silver Spoons, Small Wonder, and The New Odd Couple. She also appeared in the Canadian TV miniseries The Rev as Mama.

In 2005, Payton co-hosted the 15th Annual NAACP Theatre Awards with Glynn Turman. In August 2009, Payton appeared on Meet the Browns as Shirley Van Owen. Payton hosted her own show on the Hometeam Network, Second Chance with Jomarie Payton. In 2012, Payton was in the GMC TV movie special From This Day Forward.

Other career

In 2004, in an effort to help raise funds for Virginia Union University, Payton wrote letters to alumni urging them to donate money in amounts from $18.65 to $186,500, in honor of the University’s founding date of 1865. Payton also continued to donate, host charitable events, and support her alma mater of Albany State University while also continuing her education and making a successful career.

Frequently Asked Questions About Jo Marie Payton

Who is Jo?

Jo is an American actress and singer.

How old is Jo?

Jo is 71 years old as of 2021. She was born on 3 August 1950, in Albany, Georgia, United States. She celebrates her birthday every 3 of August every year.

How tall is Jo?

Jo stands at an average height. He appears to be quite tall in stature if his photos, relative to his surroundings, are anything to go by. However, details regarding his actual height and other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We will update this section when the information is available.

Is Jo married?

Payton was married four times and divorced three times. Her first marriage was to Marc France from 1980 to 1987 with whom she has a daughter, Chantale France, born 1984. From April 17, 1993, until 1998, Payton was married to Rodney Noble. Shortly after divorcing Noble, Payton married Landrus Clark in 1998; later divorcing in 2004. Payton has been married to Leonard Downs since 2007.

How much is Jo worth?

Jo has an estimated net worth of $4 million dollars as of 2020. This includes her assets, money, and income. Her primary source of income is her career as an actress. Through his various sources of income, she has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

How much does Jo make?

Details pertaining to her annual earnings are currently unavailable. This information is however currently under review.

Where does Jo live? 

Because of security reasons, Marie has not shared her precise location of residence. We will update this information if we get the location and images of her house.

Is Jo dead or alive?

Marie is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of her being sick or having any health-related issues.

Where is Jo Now?

To get her latest updates, visit her official social media accounts listed below.

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