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Nia Long: Photos Of The Actress

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September 22, 2022 2:46PM EDT
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You know Nia Long from popular movies like ‘Are We There Yet?’ and ‘Big Momma’s House’.

The actress is best known for her roles in the movies ‘Boyz n the Hood’, ‘The Best Man,’ ‘Are We There Yet?’, and ‘Big Momma’s House.’ She starred as Lisa Wilkes in ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,’ and won three NAACP Image Awards and a Black Reel Award in her career. She grew up in New York City and started acting in the 1980s.

Nia has two children. Her oldest son was born in 2000 from a previous relationship. She welcomed her second son in 2011 with NBA coach Ime Udoka. The couple got engaged in 2015 but haven’t gotten married. To see more photos of the stunning actress, click through the gallery!

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Nia Long

Nia Long
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Nia Long attends the ESSENCE Black Women in Hollywood event in Los Angeles, California on March 24, 2022. She wore a gorgeous white dress to the event.

The actress is best known for her roles in the movies ‘Boyz n the Hood’, ‘The Best Man,’ ‘Are We There Yet?’, and ‘Big Momma’s House.’ She starred as Lisa Wilkes in ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,’ and won three NAACP Image Awards and a Black Reel Award in her career. She grew up in New York City and started acting in the 1980s. 

Nia has two children. Her oldest son was born in 2000 from a previous relationship. She welcomed her second son in 2011 with NBA coach Ime Udoka. The couple got engaged in 2015 but haven’t gotten married. To see more photos of the stunning actress, click through the gallery!

September 22, 2022, 1:56PM
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Nia Long and her fiance Ime Udoka

Nia Long and her fiance Ime Udoka
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Nia Long and her fiance Ime Udoka attend the ABFF Honors in Los Angeles on February 17, 2017. Ime looked handsome in a black tuxedo while Nia rocked a blue dress.

September 22, 2022, 1:59PM
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Nia Long at ‘The Banker’ premiere

Nia Long at ‘The Banker’ premiere
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Nia Long steps out in a black dress for ‘The Banker’ film premiere in Memphis on March 2, 2020. She starred in the film with Anthony Mackie and Nicholas Hoult.

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Nia Long at the 2019 Governors Awards

Nia Long at the 2019 Governors Awards
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Nia Long shows off her sexy body at the Governors Awards at the Dolby Theatre in LA on October 27, 2019. She rocked a black dress with a revealing slit.

September 22, 2022, 1:56PM
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Nia Long at the ’47 Meters Down: Uncaged’ premiere

Nia Long at the ’47 Meters Down: Uncaged’ premiere
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Nia poses for photos prior to the premiere of ’47 Meters Down: Uncaged’ at the Regency Village Theatre in Los Angeles on August 13, 2019. She wore a light blue dress and white heels.

September 22, 2022, 1:56PM
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Nia Long with her sons

Nia Long with her sons
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Nia is joined by her sons Kez and Massai at the 2019 Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards. The proud mom had on a cute black and white romper.

September 22, 2022, 1:56PM
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’47 Meters Down Uncaged’ Premiere

’47 Meters Down Uncaged’ Premiere
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Actress Nia Long on the red carpet for the premiere of 47 Meters Down Uncaged, in Los Angeles. She wore a plunging blue silk dress on Aug. 13, 2019, and looked as beautiful as ever. The mom-of-two also opted for white high-heel pumps, a white clutch, and diamond earrings.

September 23, 2022, 5:36PM
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Opening Night Of ‘Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth’

Opening Night Of ‘Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth’
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Nia Long, her dad Doughtry (Doc) Long, and then- boyfriend Ime Udoka on the red carpet for the opening night of the play Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth in 2012. Ime and Nia got together just two years prior in 2010. By 2015 the pair were engaged but have not gotten married as of 2022.

September 23, 2022, 5:37PM
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‘Nappily Ever After’ Screening

‘Nappily Ever After’ Screening
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Nia Long stuns at the screening of Nappily Ever After in Los Angeles. On Sept. 20, 2018, Nia opted for casual comfort with blue jeans, a black top, and a pink silk robe. She styled her hair in a cute updo with her bangs framing her face.

September 23, 2022, 5:36PM
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Hollywood Foreign Press Association Annual Grants Banquet

Hollywood Foreign Press Association Annual Grants Banquet
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Nia Long takes on the red carpet of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association Annual Grants Banquet on Aug. 9, 2018. The stunning actress wore a monochromatic look with a black dress that also matched her jet-black tresses. She paired the look with hold strappy heels and a black clutch.

September 23, 2022, 5:37PM
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Ice Cube and Nia Long

Ice Cube and Nia Long
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Ice Cube and Nia Long at the premiere of ‘Are We There Yet?’ in New York City on Jan. 18, 2005. Nia has been a part of many hit Hollywood movies since the 1990s. In  this film, Nia played the role of Suzanne Kingston alongside Ice Cube.

September 23, 2022, 5:37PM
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‘Alfie’ Premiere

‘Alfie’ Premiere
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Nia rocked a stunning yellow gown for the premiere of Alfie in 2004. She wore her black tresses straight and parted down the middle for the elegant night out. Her gold high heels also matched her yellow dress as she stepped out for the event.

September 23, 2022, 5:37PM
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Nia In The Film ‘In Too Deep’

Nia In The Film ‘In Too Deep’
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Nia in the 1999 film In Too Deep. In one of her early roles, she played the character Myra in the drama/crime movie. She also starred in this film alongside actors Omar Epps, LL Cool J, and Stanley Tucci.

September 23, 2022, 5:37PM
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‘Any Given Sunday’ Premiere

‘Any Given Sunday’ Premiere
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Nia Long and Jamie Foxx at the premiere of Any Given Sunday on Dec. 16, 1999. Those who starred in the movie include Jamie, Al Pacino, Oliver Stone, and more. For the event, Nia wore a black dress with tiny straps and a white fur coat. Jamie gave the star a kiss on the cheek while she smiled ear-to-ear for the cameras.

September 23, 2022, 5:36PM
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Nia In ‘Friday’

Nia In ‘Friday’
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Nia seen in the hit comedy movie, Friday, in 1995. During the late 1990s, Nia gained popularity in Hollywood and starred in dozens of other hit movies. She played the role of Debbie alongside actors Ice Cube, Chris Tucker, and Bernie Mac.

September 23, 2022, 5:37PM
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Nia Long smiles

Nia Long smiles
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Nia Long at an event. She was all smiles. 

September 27, 2023, 7:08PM