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Holly Robinson Peete is a television actor, film actor and children's writer. Holly Robinson Peete was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States on September 18, 1964. The age as of 2026 is 61. Education on record includes University of Paris. Credited works include 21 Jump Street.
My Take
Holly Robinson Peete has always struck me as remarkably versatile and tough-minded. She broke through as Judy Hoffs on 21 Jump Street, then moved fluidly between sitcoms and daytime talk hosting, the sort of range that comes from real adaptability. But what earns my deepest respect is her work as a children's author and a long-standing advocate for autism awareness, much of it rooted in her own family. That turns her from a familiar face into someone genuinely engaged with the world. Balancing career, family, and activism takes serious resolve, and she has carried all three with conviction.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Holly Robinson Peete
- Name (Japanese)
- ホーリー・ロビンソン・ピート
- Reading
- ほーりー・ろびんそん・ぴーと
- Born
- September 18, 1964 (age 61)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Virgo / Dragon
- Origin
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
- Occupation
- actor / television actor / film actor / children's writer / television personality
2. Background
- University
- University of Paris
3. Works & records
| Category | Title | Role | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Notable work | 21 Jump Street | — |
4. Links
5. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-17
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Holly Robinson Peete born?
Born September 18, 1964 (age 61).
Where is Holly Robinson Peete from?
Holly Robinson Peete is from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States.
What does Holly Robinson Peete do?
Holly Robinson Peete works as actor, television actor, film actor, children's writer, television personality.
What is Holly Robinson Peete known for?
Notable works include 21 Jump Street.
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