Joey King is an American actress and producer, widely recognized for her versatility, emotional depth, and ability to transition seamlessly between child roles and mature, complex characters. She gained early fame as a child actress and later achieved global popularity for her leading role as Elle Evans in Netflix’s romantic comedy film series The Kissing Booth. Joey has also earned critical acclaim for her powerful performance in Hulu’s crime drama series The Act, which established her as one of the most talented actresses of her generation.
Birth Name
Joey Lynn King
Nickname
Joey
Profession
Actress, Producer
Nationality
American
Personal Life
Birthday / Date of Birth
Joey King was born on the 30th of July 1999, in Los Angeles, California, United States.
Age
She’s currently 26 years old.
Sun Sign
Leo
Ethnicity
Mixed
Religion
Christianity
Education
King was homeschooled to accommodate her acting career from a young age. She balanced her education alongside professional commitments in film and television.
Family Details
- Father – Terry King (Arm Wrestler)
- Mother – Jamie King
- Siblings – Hunter King (Older Sisters) (Actress), Kelli King (Older Sisters) (Actress)
Marital Status
Married
Boyfriend / Spouse
Joey King has dated –
- Steven Piet
Physical Statistics
Height
- In feet – 5 feet 4 inches
- In centimeters – 163 cm
- In meters – 163 m
Weight
- In Kilograms – 52 kg
- In Pounds – 115 lbs
Body Measurements
- Measurements – 34-24-35
- Bust – 34 inches
- Waist – 24 inches
- Hip – 35 inches
- Bra Size – 32B
Body Build
Slim
Eye Color
Hazel
Hair Color
Dark Brown
Shoe Size
She wears a size 6.5 (US) shoe.
Dress Size
Her dress size is 5 (US).
Sexuality
Straight
Professional Statistics
Famous For
King is best known for her roles as Elle Evans in The Kissing Booth film series and Gypsy Rose Blanchard in The Act. She is admired for her emotional intensity, fearless performances, and ability to portray psychologically complex characters at a young age. She has also appeared in the films Battle: Los Angeles, Crazy, Stupid, Love, The Dark Knight Rises, The Conjuring, White House Down, Oz the Great and Powerful, Independence Day: Resurgence, and Wish Upon, as well as in the FX black comedy series Fargo.
Television Debut
In 2006, Joey made her television debut with a guest role on The Suite Life of Zack & Cody.
Film Debut
In 2007, King made her film debut with the drama film, Reign Over Me, where she appeared in a supporting role.
Joey King Net worth
Joey King has an estimated net worth of $6 million dollars as of 2026.
Social Media Profiles
Some Lesser Known Facts About Joey King
- Joey’s Italian maternal great-grandfather had changed his surname from Ferrara to Farrar and converted to Judaism. Her father Terry King’s family is from Arkansas and has English ancestry. He is an arm-wrestling champion and has worked as a consultant for actor Sylvester Stallone.
- As a child, she sang a cappella for a talent show at the Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center. She has performed with the Stage Door Children’s Theatre in Agoura.
- She began acting professionally at the age of four and her first acting job was working in a commercial for Life Cereal.
- Joey has performed her stunts for several films including, ‘Quarantine’ (2008), ‘Battle Los Angeles’ (2011), and ‘The Princess’ (2022).
- She has appeared in several films and TV shows including, ‘Anatomy of Hope’ (2009), ‘Independence Day: Resurgence’ (2016), ‘The Flash’ (2016), ‘Bullet Train’ (2022) and ‘We Were The Lucky Ones’ (2024).
- In 2010, she played the role of a student in Taylor Swift’s music video for the song ‘Mean.’ On 12 April 2010, she was the spokesperson for D.E.A.R. (Drop Everything and Read) Day, celebrating the birth of American writer, Beverly Atlee Cleary.
- She recorded the song ‘Ramona Blue’ with her sister, Kelli King after she was selected to play the role of Ramona Quimby in the film, ‘Ramona and Beezus’ (2010). She donated the money she had earned from the song to the charity, First Book.
- In 2018, she starred as Elle Evans in Netflix’s teen romantic comedy The Kissing Booth.
- In 2019, she starred in the true crime anthology television series The Act on Hulu.
- In 2021, she struck a first-look deal with the streaming media company, Netflix under which she would produce and develop films with Netflix through her production company, All The King’s Horses.
- She has worked for several charities and often helps her grandmother deliver food to the elderly through Meals on Wheels.
- Joey often uses her platform to discuss social issues such as mental health, Black Lives Matter and LGBTQ+ rights. Joey marched in the March for Our Lives, calling for gun control.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Joey King?
She is an American actress and producer, widely recognized for her leading role as Elle Evans in Netflix’s romantic comedy film series The Kissing Booth.
What is the real name of Joey King?
Her real name is Joey Lynn King.
What is the age of Joey King?
She is 26 years old (30th of July 1999).
What is Joey King Height?
The Height of Joey is 1.63 m (5′4”).
What is Joey King Educational Background?
She was homeschooled to accommodate her acting career from a young age. She balanced her education alongside professional commitments in film and television.
What is Joey King Known For?
She is best known for her roles as Elle Evans in The Kissing Booth film series and Gypsy Rose Blanchard in The Act. She is admired for her emotional intensity, fearless performances, and ability to portray psychologically complex characters at a young age.
What is the Net worth of Joey King?
She has an estimated net worth of $6 million dollars as of 2026.