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Actor
Birth Name: Jesse Wesley Williams
Birth Date: August 5, 1981
Age: 44 years old
Birth Place: Chicago, Illinois
Best known for portraying Dr. Jackson Avery on the award-winning, hospital-set primetime soap opera "Grey's Anatomy" (ABC 2005- ), Jesse Williams first pursued acting after a brief stint as a high school teacher in Philadelphia, where he had attended Temple University and dabbled in professional modeling. Williams landed his first television role in 2006, with a one-off appearance in the long-running, New York City-set crime drama "Law & Order" (NBC 1990-2010).
While in New York, Williams won Off-Broadway roles, appearing in "The American Dream" and "The Sandbox," two one-acts written and directed by heralded playwright Edward Albee. Then in 2008, Williams made his film debut with a supporting part in the friendship-centered teen film "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2" (2008) The film proved to be a breakthrough for Williams, and he followed it with a supporting role in the gritty cop drama "Brooklyn's Finest" (2009).
He also scored recurring roles on television in the beach-set drama series "Beyond the Break" (The N, 2006-09) and on "Grey's Anatomy." After a fiery season finale, Dr. Avery was upgraded from a recurring character to a series regular, and Williams became a vibrant part of the cast.
When not shooting "Grey's Anatomy," Williams continued to pursue film work. In 2012, Williams tackled a new genre, co-starring opposite Chris Hemsworth in the horror-thriller "The Cabin in the Woods," penned by Joss Whedon. This was followed by a supporting role in "The Butler" (2013) and a starring role in drag racing drama "Snake and Mongoose" (2013).
Williams became increasingly known for his political outspokenness as police killings of young black males became an increasingly dramatic national problem. His passionate acceptance speech of a humanitarian award at the 2016 BET Awards was both praised and vilified across the political spectrum.
Williams next co-starred in the thriller "Money" (2016) and appeared in a supporting role in Zoe Lister Jones' indie comedy "Band Aid" (2017).
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December 13, 2025 14 ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Cast Returns, Ranked
October 30, 2025 ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Turns Into Apology-Fest After an Upsetting Encounter
October 23, 2025 Jesse Williams Returning to ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Season 22: All the Details
September 29, 2025 Jesse Williams Shares ‘Hotel Costiera’ Season 2 Hopes
September 25, 2025 Jesse Williams on Why ‘Hotel Costiera’ Is the Escapism We Need Right Now (VIDEO)
September 15, 2025 Emmys Producers Address Eric Dane Absence From ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Reunion Amid ALS Diagnosis
August 25, 2025 ‘Hotel Costiera’ Trailer: Jesse Williams Is a Comedic Action Star in Prime Video Series (VIDEO)
June 14, 2025 The 21 Sexiest TV Dads, Ranked
February 7, 2025 Critics Choice Awards 2025 Red Carpet Arrivals: Sarah Michelle Gellar & More (PHOTOS)
October 21, 2024 What 20 ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Stars Have Said About Their Shocking Exits, From Sarah Drew to Eric Dane
June 21, 2024 ‘Only Murders in the Building’ Season 4: Who’s Returning & Who’s New?
May 28, 2024 13 Best ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Couples, Ranked
March 23, 2024 How Cristina, Izzie & 7 More ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Characters Could Return
March 21, 2024 Pick Me, Choose Me, Love Me: Who Is the Ultimate ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Couple? (POLL)
March 14, 2024 10 Longest-Serving ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Stars — Bokhee Included!
March 3, 2024 ‘Only Murders in the Building’: 8 Iconic New York City Locations Seen in the Show
November 9, 2023 ‘Finding Your Roots’: Everything to Know About Star-Packed Season 10
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May 17, 2023 ‘Only Murders in the Building’ Season 3 Premiere Date Confirmed by Hulu
October 25, 2022 ‘Only Murders in the Building’: Jesse Williams Joins the Cast for Season 3
October 17, 2022 ‘Grey’s Anatomy’: Jesse Williams to Guest Star & Direct in Season 19
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May 20, 2022 ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Celebrates 400 Episodes — Jackson & April Return in Finale Promo (VIDEO)
May 19, 2022 Finale
‘Grey’s Anatomy’: Will Meredith Leave Seattle in the Season 18 Finale?
April 22, 2022 ‘Grey’s Anatomy’: Jesse Williams & Sarah Drew to Return for the Season 18 Finale
March 16, 2022 Jesse Williams Says ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Had Become ‘Safe,’ Talks Crafting His Exit
December 29, 2021 10 Shows With Shocking (Non-Death) Exits in 2021
August 30, 2021 Jesse Williams Sets First Post-‘Grey’s Anatomy’ TV Role at Hulu
May 21, 2021 ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Cast Says Goodbye to Jesse Williams & Greg Germann
May 7, 2021 What Do You Think of ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Bringing Back Former Couples for Exit Storylines? (POLL)
May 7, 2021 Jesse Williams Leaving ‘Grey’s Anatomy’: Fans and Co-Stars React
May 6, 2021 Spoiler Alert
‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Season 17 Episode 14: A Fan Favorite Is Leaving the Show (RECAP)
May 6, 2021 Sarah Drew Debunks ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Fan Theory About April & Jackson
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‘Grey’s Anatomy’: Sarah Drew Previews April’s Return & Reunion With Jackson
April 23, 2021 ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Teases Jackson & April Reunion: ‘I’ve Thought This Through’ (VIDEO)
April 21, 2021 April Returns to ‘Grey’s Anatomy’… to Reunite With Jackson? (PHOTOS)
March 16, 2021 ‘Grey’s Anatomy’: Sarah Drew and Jesse Williams Reunite as April Returns (PHOTO)
March 10, 2021 What Happened on ‘Grey’s’ & ‘Station 19’ Winter Finale?: Catch Up Before the Spring Crossover Premiere
December 18, 2020 Spoiler Alert
‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Winter Finale: Mer’s ‘COVID High’, & Maggie’s High Note (RECAP)
November 19, 2020 13 Surprising ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Hookups & Close Calls (VIDEO)
March 19, 2020 Who’s the Next Doc to Go on ‘Grey’s Anatomy’? See Our Odds (PHOTOS)
January 27, 2020 Will Jesse Williams’ Broadway Debut Affect Jackson on ‘Grey’s Anatomy’?
October 17, 2019 8 Side Acting Gigs of ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Stars (PHOTOS)
October 4, 2019 Jesse Williams Joins ‘Little Fires Everywhere’ — What About Jackson on ‘Grey’s Anatomy’?
June 10, 2019 Why Jackson Probably Isn’t Dead After the ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Season 15 Finale
November 9, 2018 Spoiler Alert
Are Maggie & Jackson Really Over on ‘Grey’s Anatomy’?
October 5, 2018 Is Jesse Williams’ Jackson Avery Leaving ‘Grey’s Anatomy’?
September 21, 2018 Jesse Williams Reflects on Jackson & April’s Relationship Ahead of Season 15
March 9, 2018 ‘Grey’s Anatomy’: Fans React to Jessica Capshaw & Sarah Drew’s Exit
March 23, 2017 Will April and Jackson Finally Be Together on ‘Grey’s Anatomy’?
March 16, 2017 ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Star Jesse Williams Previews a ‘Pivotal’ New Adventure for Dr. Avery
February 15, 2017 Exclusive
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July 1, 2016 Cheers & Jeers: A Stellar Orlando Salute, ‘Bachelorette’s Cry-baby and Jesse Williams’ Winning Speech
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