Jordan Alexander

Jordan Alexander (born July 27, 1993) is a Canadian actress and singer. She first gained recognition for starring in the Facebook Watch series Sacred Lies: The Singing Bones, prior to landing her breakout role as the lead character[2] Julien Calloway in the HBO Max series reboot of Gossip Girl.

Jordan Alexander
Jordan for Vogue in 2021
Born (1993-07-27) July 27, 1993
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Occupations
  • Actress
  • singer
Years active2011–present[1]

Early life

Jordan Alexander was born on July 23, 1993[3] in Vancouver, British Columbia, and later relocated to Toronto, Ontario at the age of 12.[4][5][6] Alexander is of German, Irish and mixed African-American descent.[7] Alexander has two siblings, an older sister, Sydney, and a younger sister.[8]

Acting career

In 2018, Alexander signed with a modeling agency located in Toronto.[8]

In 2020, Alexander played Elsie/Maya on the second season of the Facebook Watch series Sacred Lies: The Singing Bones.[9]

From 2021 to 2023, she starred in the HBO Max series Gossip Girl as the main protagonist Julien Calloway.

Musical career

In 2016, she released her debut album, The Lonely Hearts Club.

In 2018, she performed as an opener for singer Kehlani at Toronto Pride. In 2019, she collaborated with singer-songwriter Carly Rae Jepsen for a Pride performance.[6]

In 2020, she released the single "You".[10][8]

Endorsements

In 2022, Alexander was announced as a brand ambassador of Savage x Fenty.[11]

Personal life

Alexander identifies as queer.[12] She currently resides in Brooklyn.[13]

Filmography
Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2020 Sacred Lies: The Singing Bones Elsie/Maya Main role (Season 2) [14]
2021–2023 Gossip Girl Julien "JC" Calloway Main role [15]

References
  1. "Meet The New Queen Bee On 'Gossip Girl'". Bustle. Retrieved December 6, 2021.
  2. "Gossip Girl's Jordan Alexander and Christopher John Rogers On Making Their "Adventurous" Met Gala Debut Together". Vogue. September 14, 2021. Retrieved December 6, 2021.
  3. "Meet Jordan Alexander, Everyone's Favourite Gossip Girl Crush". Girlfriend. Retrieved December 6, 2021.
  4. "Jordan Alexander Age, Birthday, Height, Family, Bio, Facts, And Much More". Retrieved December 6, 2021.
  5. Santillana, Maria Gracia (June 29, 2021). "The Truth About Gossip Girl Star Jordan Alexander". TheList.com. Retrieved December 6, 2021.
  6. Marine, Brooke (April 19, 2021). "Gossip Girl's Jordan Alexander Welcomes an Inclusive Future". W Magazine. Retrieved July 9, 2023.
  7. "Jordan Alexander: 12 facts about Gossip Girl's Julien Calloway you should know". PopBuzz. Retrieved December 6, 2021.
  8. Gonzales, Erica (December 2, 2021). "Jordan Alexander Is in It for the Long Haul". Elle Magazine. Retrieved July 9, 2023.
  9. "Jordan Alexander Lands Major Role in 'Sacred Lies: The Singing Bones'". iHorror. April 7, 2020. Retrieved December 6, 2021.
  10. Vujić, Katja (August 2, 2021). "Gossip Girl's Jordan Alexander Lets the Julien Energy Flow". The Cut. Retrieved December 6, 2021.
  11. Coger, Vanessa (September 13, 2022). "Savage X Fenty Debuts Loungewear Collection — With Help From Gossip Girl's Jordan Alexander". Refinery29. Retrieved July 9, 2023.
  12. Savoy, Starr (July 7, 2021). "All About Jordan Alexander, the Actress Playing the Queen B of Gossip Girl's Reboot". ELLE. Retrieved December 6, 2021.
  13. Khan, Aamina (August 19, 2021). "Gossip Girl's Jordan Alexander Is Embracing Her Hair Journey". Byrdie. Retrieved July 9, 2023.
  14. Andreeva, Nellie (August 24, 2020). "'Gossip Girl': Jordan Alexander Joins HBO Max Series Reboot". Deadline. Retrieved December 6, 2021.
  15. "5 Things to Know About Gossip Girl's New Queen Bee: Jordan Alexander". Us Weekly. July 7, 2021. Retrieved December 6, 2021.
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