Amber Riley

Amber Riley
Riley at the 2010 Comic Con in San Diego
Born (1986-02-15) February 15, 1986 (age 40)
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Occupation(s)Actress, singer-songwriter, philanthropist, dancer
Years active2004–present

Amber Patrice Riley (born February 15, 1986) is an American actress, singer-songwriter, and philanthropist, known for her role on the series Glee as Mercedes Jones. She has also appeared as the daughter of "Dirk Black" in the American Black comedy All of Us. At the age of seventeen, Riley auditioned for American Idol but was turned down by the producers. Most of her cover versions have appeared on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

Personal life

Riley is a Democrat and attended the 2012 Democratic National Convention. In the convention, Riley sang the national anthem, "The Star Spangled Banner".

Discography

Glee Cast discography

Filmography

Year Title Role Notes
2002 St. Sass Toby Television pilot
2009–present Glee Mercedes Jones Seasons 1–4: Series regular

Seasons 5-present: Recurring guest star
Won — Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series (2010)
Nominated — NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series (2011)
Nominated — NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series (2012)
Pending — NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series (2013)
Nominated — Teen Choice Award for Choice TV: Female Scene Stealer (2010)
Nominated — Teen Choice Award for Choice Music: Group (shared with Glee cast) (2010)
Nominated — Teen Choice Award for Choice TV: Female Scene Stealer (2011)

2010 The Simpsons Aiesha Episode: "Elementary School Musical"
2011 Glee: The 3D Concert Movie Mercedes Jones Movie
2012 VH1 Divas Herself Presenter
2013 Dancing With the Stars Herself She won the season on November 26, 2013
Partnered with Derek Hough

References

  1. ↑ "Glee Star Amber Riley On Idol Rejection: "I Still Work On Fox And Get Paid"". Accesshollywood.com. September 30, 2009. Retrieved August 15, 2011.
  2. ↑ Tran, Vivyan (September 7, 2012). "Celebrities spotted at the Democratic National Convention". Politico.
  3. ↑ "UPDATED Glee Exclusive: 4 Original Cast Members Not Returning as Series Regulars for Season 5; Plus — Who's Getting Promoted?". 28 June 2013.

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