Jennifer Esposito is an American actress and author, widely recognized for her performances in both film and television. Born on April 11, 1973, in Brooklyn, New York, she is of Italian-American heritage. Jennifer gained prominence with her role in Spike Lee’s Summer of Sam and further established her career with the Academy Award-winning film Crash. Her television work includes notable roles in Spin City, Blue Bloods, and Samantha Who?. Beyond acting, Jennifer is an author and advocate for health awareness, particularly around celiac disease, which she was diagnosed with. She has also managed a bakery business and published a book, Jennifer’s Way.
Jennifer's personal life has been eventful, with high-profile relationships and marriages. She was briefly married to actor Bradley Cooper in 2006, though their union ended in divorce after a few months. She later married British model Louis Dowler in 2014, but they divorced in 2016. Currently, Jennifer is in a relationship with Jesper Vesterstrom, a fitness expert and adventurer.