Jameela Jamil

Sam Adamson

Jameela Jamil was born in London to a Pakistani mother and an Indian father. Before finding her footing in entertainment, she explored a variety of career paths, including teaching, photography, and modeling. Her breakthrough came in 2009 when she replaced Alexa Chung as the co-host of Channel 4’s morning television show Freshly Squeezed, a role that quickly turned her into a recognizable television personality in the UK.

Building on that success, Jamil transitioned into radio and became the first-ever solo female presenter of BBC Radio 1’s The Official Chart. After several successful years in British television and radio, she made a bold move to the United States in 2016 to pursue broader career opportunities.

Despite having no formal acting background, Jamil landed a major breakthrough role almost immediately when she was cast as Tahani Al-Jamil in the NBC comedy series The Good Place. The show became both a critical and commercial success, and her performance was widely praised. The role introduced her to a global audience and marked a successful transition from hosting to acting. Since then, she has continued to work across acting, hosting, voice work, and modeling, maintaining a diverse presence in the entertainment industry. In her personal life, Jameela Jamil has been in a long-term relationship with singer James Blake since 2015.

Quick Facts:

Full Name	Jameela Alia Jamil
Born	February 25, 1986
Profession	Actress, television presenter, activist
Notable Work	The Good Place, She-Hulk, The Misery Index
Education	Queen’s College, London
Active Since	2009
Height	5 ft 11¾ in (182 cm)
Shoe Size	US 11
Net Worth	Estimated at $12 million
Personal Life	Not married
Fun Fact	Began her career after being discovered by a TV producer at a bar

Jameela Jamil Personal Details:

Complete Name: Jameela Alia Jamil
Nicknames: Jameela
Date of Birth: February 25, 1986
Birthplace: Hampstead, London, United Kingdom
Nationality: British
Occupation: Actress, Model, Activist
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Ethnicity: Asian/Indian
Religion: Atheist
Eye Color: Light Brown
Hair Color: Black

Jameela Jamil Family Details:

Jamil was raised in London by a single mother, Shireen Jamil, who worked as a journalist and later became involved in social advocacy. Her father, Ali Jamil, is of Indian descent.

Father’s Name: Ali Jamil
Mother’s Name: Shireen Jamil (Journalist)
Siblings: Adnandus Dyzantae (Brother)
Marital Status: Not married
Children: None

Jameela Jamil Relationships History:

Jameela Jamil has been in a long-term relationship with musician James Blake.

Jameela Jamil Body Measurements:

Jameela Jamil has a tall, runway-adjacent build that contrasts with the average television actress. At 5 ft 11¾ in, she stands well above industry averages.

Measurement	Value
Height	5 ft 11¾ in (182 cm)
Weight	62 kg (136lbs)
Bust	34 in
Cup Size	B
Waist	26 in
Hips	35 in
Shoe Size	11 (US)

Jameela Jamil vs Industry Averages

Metric	Jameela Jamil	Industry Average (TV Actresses)
Height	5 ft 11¾ in	5 ft 5 in
Build	Tall/slender	Rectangle (most common)

Industry Measurement Context

Jamil’s height places her closer to fashion-industry standards than mainstream television norms. While this initially limited casting options, it later distinguished her on screen.

Measurement Variations Over Time

Early career: Very slim frame during the presenting years
Later roles: Slightly fuller proportions with stable ratios

Jameela Jamil Distinctive Features:

Towering Height
Slender Body Frame

Jameela Jamil Career Highlights:

Early Career

Jamil began as a television presenter, hosting music and pop-culture programs in the UK. This background sharpened her improvisational skills and on-camera confidence before she transitioned into acting.

Breakthrough & Recognition

Her casting as Tahani Al-Jamil in The Good Place marked a milestone in her acting career. Since then, Jamil has expanded into voice acting, radio hosting, and activism.

Top Filmography:

Title	Role	Year(s)
The Good Place	Tahani Al-Jamil	2016–2020
The Misery Index	Host	2019–2022
She-Hulk: Attorney at Law	Titania	2022
DuckTales	Voice role	2019–2021