Who is Nika King?
Nika King is a renowned American actress and producer, recognized for her roles as Leslie Bennett in Euphoria, Nika in Funny Married Stuff, and Ramona Chapman / Pastor Ramona in Greenleaf.
Nika King’s birth date is August 20, although her birth year remains undisclosed. She goes by the name Shenika Williams and was born in Florida, USA.
Her mother, Sharon Allen, is a chef, but little is known about her father. Her mother probably raised her and her two siblings – her older sister Teesha Williams and younger sister Mars Payne – as a single parent.
After completing high school, Nika enrolled at the University of Florida where she received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre/Theater. She identifies as African-American.
Career
Nika King has gained recognition for her talent in comedy, however, her latest breakthrough performance as Leslie in the award-winning HBO show Euphoria, alongside Zendaya and Storm Reid, reveals a previously unseen dramatic facet of her acting skills.
Drawing from her own experiences of witnessing loved ones struggle with addiction and ultimately overcoming it, King brings a resolute and resilient viewpoint to her portrayal of this character, adding a dramatic perspective and newfound complexity.
King’s talent for comedy has led to her being cast in various projects such as Kevin Hart‘s Guide to Black, the renowned Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal, Canada, and hosting her own monthly show called Nika King & Friends at the Improv Lab in Hollywood CA.
Additionally, she has acted, written, and produced on the acclaimed web series Funny Married Stuff, now available for streaming on KweliTV.
King is not only dedicated to acting and producing, but she also has other skills. She recently took on the lead role and served as executive producer for her debut feature film, Possum Trot. The movie follows the story of a pastor and his wife as they strive to reform the foster care system in a small town located in East Texas.
Following her participation in the 2021 Better Together: Mental Health Storytelling Summit organized by MTV Entertainment Group, Nika King was motivated to found Rose of Sharon, a 501 (c) (3) located in South Los Angeles, CA.
The goal of this non-profit organization is to enhance the well-being of individuals and families from disadvantaged and marginalized backgrounds by providing mental health and wellness services with empathy and care.
Personal Life
It is currently believed that Nika King is unmarried. She has never tied the knot and does not have a spouse or children. However, she did share a photo from her teenage years with her then-partner, who is not known to the public.
Net Worth
According to multiple online sources, Nika King, who is both an actress and producer, has a net worth estimated to be between $600,000 and $1 million. She is known for her portrayal of Leslie Bennett.
