Jessica Biel is a renowned American actress, producer, and entrepreneur who has built a versatile career in film, television, and beyond. Born Jessica Claire Biel on March 3, 1982, in Ely, Minnesota, she grew up in a supportive family and began performing young, starring in musicals like Annie and The Sound of Music before modeling and landing her breakout role as Mary Camden on the family drama 7th Heaven (1996–2007). She transitioned to film with edgy roles, including the horror remake The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2003), Blade: Trinity (2004), Stealth (2005), The Illusionist (2006), and Total Recall (2012). Her dramatic work earned acclaim in The Sinner (2017–2021), where she starred as Cora Tannetti and executive produced, garnering a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress in a Miniseries or Television Film. Other highlights include Candy (2022 Hulu true-crime miniseries, which she starred in and produced), The Better Sister (2025 Prime Video thriller with Elizabeth Banks, earning Critics Choice Awards buzz), and upcoming projects like Matchbox: The Movie (2026 post-production action film with John Cena) and The Ambler Warning (spy thriller series for Paramount TV Studios, starring and producing via her Iron Ocean company, with a first-look deal).
Through Iron Ocean Productions (co-founded 2007), Biel has produced acclaimed series like Cruel Summer and inked deals expanding into thrillers and reboots, including executive producing a 7th Heaven revival at CBS Studios. She’s ventured into wellness with Kinderfarms (family health brand) and philanthropy, supporting global water crisis awareness (climbing Kilimanjaro in 2010), UNHCR, PETA, Best Friends Animal Society, women’s health/sex education via WomanCare Global, children’s initiatives, and causes promoting equality and wellness. Celebrated for her striking, sexy attributes—chiseled jawline, full lips, mesmerizing hazel/green eyes that convey depth and intensity, long brunette hair often styled sleek or wavy, radiant skin, athletic yet feminine hourglass figure (toned from fitness, balanced proportions with defined waist, strong legs, and confident presence)—she shines in sheer gowns (like backless Lanvin at 2026 Critics Choice Awards), fitted dresses highlighting curves, or casual looks emphasizing her fit physique. Biel remains grounded, hardworking, and dedicated to growth, inspiring as a multifaceted talent who balances high-stakes roles with authenticity and empowerment.