Biography
Who is Joey Lawrence?
Early life and background
Joey Lawrence was born Joseph Lawrence Mignogna III on April 20, 1976. His birthplace is Philadelphia, United States, and he grew up in a suburb nearby in Pennsylvania. His mother worked as a personnel manager and a former elementary school teacher, while his father worked as an insurance broker. He grew up alongside his two younger brothers, Matthew and Andrew. His family changed their surname to Lawrence when he began his acting career during his childhood. He attended Abington Friends School and later studied at the University of Southern California film school.
Acting career highlights
Joey began working in commercials at a young age before appearing on television programs. In the early 1980s, he secured a role on the sitcom Gimme a Break! And remained with the show until 1987. He provided the voice of the title character in the animated Disney film Oliver & Company. In 1991, he began portraying the character Joey Russo on the television series Blossom, which ran until 1995. Later in his career, he starred alongside Melissa Joan Hart in the sitcom Melissa & Joey from 2010 until 2015. He also appeared in stage productions, taking on a role in the Broadway hit Chicago as Billy Flynn.
Music and other projects
Alongside his acting work, Joey pursued a career in music. At age sixteen, he released his debut self-titled studio album, which featured his single Nothin' My Love Can't Fix. He continued releasing music in later years and formed a band with his brothers called Still 3. In addition to music and television, he launched a podcast with his brothers titled Brotherly Love Podcast to discuss past television projects.
Personal life and family
Joey was previously married to Michelle Vella and later to Chandie Yawn-Nelson, with whom he shares two daughters. In 2022, he married actress Samantha Cope, and the couple has children together. His brothers Matthew and Andrew also work as actors and have collaborated with him on various television projects, commercials, and creative works throughout their careers.
Birthday and age
Joey Lawrence was born on April 20, 1976, which makes Joey 50 years old today. That birthday falls under the Taurus sign. Joey shares the date with 52 other famous people.
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