Late Joel Smollett was an American citizen who is widely known for being the father of American actors like Jussie Smollett, Jake Smollett, Jazz Smollett, and Jurnee Smollett-Bell.
Joel Smollett Childhood, Education
There is not much information about Joel Smollett's early life, childhood, professional career, and personal life. However, as per reports, he was born back in 1958 and died at the age of 58.
Joel was a cable splicer who emigrated from Russia and Poland to the United States of America. Regarding his nationality, Joel is American, and he is of Jewish descent. Though Joel is no more among us, he is alive in the form of his children who are carrying on his legacy.
Marriage, Affairs, Children
Just like Joel's professional career, he also kept his personal life away from the media. He was married to a beautiful African- American woman, Janet Smollett. The exact date and detail regarding their married life are not announced till the date, however, one thing is sure that the pair enjoyed a healthy blissful married life.
The husband and wife were having a great time together. However, their relationship came to a tragic end after Joel lost his battle with cancer.
The couple was blessed with six children in total. Currently, his wife Janet lives together with their children; Jussie, Jazz, Jurnee, Jake, Jacqui, and Jojo Smollett.
After the death of her husband, she is currently living a single life with her children. Janet has neither been reported to be dating someone nor has been spotted spending cozy moments with anyone. Likewise, she has also not been involved in any controversies.
What Is Joel Smollett Net Worth?
Being a father of celebrity children, there is no doubt that Joel Smollett's net worth was reported to be high. He surely had lived a luxurious life. His son, Jussie Smollett's net worth is $500 thousand.
