Niecy Nash-Betts

portrait of Niecy Nash-Betts, a paid spokesperson for Versalie™

Niecy Nash-Betts is a multi-talented Emmy Award®-winning actress, producer, and director who continues to captivate audiences with her shining talent and infectious energy both in front of and behind the camera.

Nash-Betts recently won an Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie. Her unforgettable role has also garnered her Critics Choice and NAACP Image Awards, as well as Golden Globe and SAG Award nominations.

In 2022, Nash-Betts and her singer/songwriter spouse, Jessica Betts, made history as the first same sex couple to appear on the cover of Essence magazine. The cover story received a nomination for a 2023 GLAAD Media Award.

Nash-Betts has had a varied and successful career in television, earning her 3 Emmy nominations and an NAACP Image Award. She also gained popularity as the host and producer of the top-rated home makeover show, earning 2 Daytime Emmy nominations and receiving the 2007 Gracie Allen Award for Outstanding Program Host by the American Women in Radio & Television. Additionally, she is well-known for her comedic role in "Reno 911!” that ran for 6 seasons.

Nash-Betts released her first book It’s Hard to Fight Naked in 2014, in which she offers a new perspective on dating and relationships. She’s also developing various television and film projects through her production company, Chocolate Chick, Inc.

Nash-Betts resides in LA with her spouse, participating at charitable functions in support of causes that are close to her heart, including the prevention and awareness of HIV/AIDS, breast cancer, menopause, school violence, and domestic abuse, among others. In July 2018, she was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame to celebrate her career.

Niecy Nash-Betts is a paid spokesperson for Versalie™.

 

Last Updated 7/18/2024