Quinta Brunson, born on December 21, 1989, is an American actress, comedian, writer, and producer, widely recognized as the creator, executive producer, and star of the hit ABC comedy series Abbott Elementary. Her unique comedic voice and storytelling have earned her critical acclaim and groundbreaking Emmy wins, establishing her as a prominent figure in television comedy.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Quinta Brunson |
| Date of Birth | December 21, 1989 |
| Place of Birth | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Partner | Kevin Jay Anik (married 2021, separated as of 2025) |
| Children | None (publicly known) |
| Occupations | Actress, comedian, writer, producer |
| Net Worth | Estimated $3 million – $5 million |
Early Life and Education
Born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Quinta Brunson grew up with a mother who was a kindergarten teacher-a detail that later inspired the concept of Abbott Elementary.
She attended Temple University and honed her comedic skills at The Second City in Chicago before relocating to Los Angeles to pursue a career in entertainment.
Career
Quinta first gained widespread attention in 2014 with her viral Instagram series, “Girl Who Has Never Been on a Nice Date.” She worked as a producer at BuzzFeed Video, where she created two web series under BuzzFeed Motion Pictures.
After departing BuzzFeed in 2018, she developed and starred in several digital and television projects, including Broke (YouTube Red), Quinta vs. Everything (Facebook Watch), and a pilot for CBS.
Her major breakthrough came with Abbott Elementary (2021–present), a critically acclaimed comedy series she created, runs, produces, and stars in. The show has received numerous awards and widespread praise.
Brunson has also appeared in TV shows such as iZombie, Single Parents, Miracle Workers, and A Black Lady Sketch Show, and lent her voice to animated series like Lazor Wulf, Magical Girl Friendship Squad, and Big Mouth. She portrayed Oprah Winfrey in the 2022 film Weird: The Al Yankovic Story.
In addition to her screen work, Brunson authored the bestselling memoir She Memes Well in 2021.
Personal Life
Quinta Brunson married Kevin Jay Anik, a sales manager, in 2021. As of 2025, the couple has separated. There is no public information regarding children.
Net Worth
Quinta Brunson’s net worth is estimated to be between $3 million and $5 million, accumulated through her successful career in acting, writing, producing, and digital content creation.
Filmography
Television
- Abbott Elementary (2021–present) – Creator, executive producer, writer, lead actress
- A Black Lady Sketch Show (2019) – Main cast, season 1
- iZombie (2019)
- Single Parents (2019)
- Miracle Workers (2020)
- Lazor Wulf (voice)
- Magical Girl Friendship Squad (voice)
- Big Mouth (voice)
Film
- Weird: The Al Yankovic Story (2022) – Portrayed Oprah Winfrey
Digital/Web Series
- Girl Who Has Never Been on a Nice Date (2014, Instagram)
- Broke (YouTube Red)
- Quinta vs. Everything (Facebook Watch)
Awards and Nominations
- Two Primetime Emmy Awards: Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series (2022) and Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series (2023)
- Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Television Series, Musical or Comedy (2023)
- Peabody Award (2022) for Abbott Elementary
- Film Independent Spirit Award for Best Lead Performance in a New Scripted Series (2023)
- Multiple nominations from the Screen Actors Guild, Critics Choice, Producers Guild of America, and AFI Awards
Quinta Brunson made history as the first Black woman to receive three Emmy nominations in comedy categories in a single year and the first to win Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series in over four decades.
