Tamera Mowry is a well-known American performer who has appeared on television, in movies, and as a singer. She rose to stardom as a teenager playing Tamera Campbell on the popular sitcom Sister, Sister (alongside her twin sister Tia Mowry). Additionally, she has been featured in the Disney Channel film Twitches and its follow-up, Twitches Too, and portrayed Dr. Kayla Thornton in the medical drama Strong Medicine.
Tamera Mowry Bio Details
Full name: Tamera Darvette Mowry
Place of birth: Gelnhausen, West Germany
Date of birth: 6 July 1978
Age: 45 years old
Height: 5 ft 4 in (165 cm)
Weight: 121 lbs (55 kg)
Eye color: Dark brown
Hair color: Brown
Sexual orientation: Straight
Marital status: Married
Husband: Adam Housley (m. 2011)
Kids: Aden John Tanner Housley and Ariah Talea Housley
Father: Timothy John Mowry
Mother: Darlene Renee Mowry
Siblings: Tia Mowry-Hardrict, Tahj Mowry, and Tavior Mowry
College: Pepperdine University
Religion: Christian
Nationality: American
Zodiac sign: Cancer
Gender: Female
Profession: Actress, singer, and TV producer
Early Life
Tamera Darvette Mowry was born in Gelnhausen, former West Germany on July 6th, 1978. Her parents enlisted in the U.S. Army at a young age and were stationed overseas when Tamera and her twin sister Tia were born. Along with their two younger brothers, the family later moved to California. When Tamera and Tia were eight years old, they both became devout Christians.
Career
Tamera Mowry’s acting career took off in the early 90s with roles in popular TV shows like “Flesh ‘n’ Blood,” “True Colors,” and “Full House.” However, her big break came in 1994 when she and her sister Tia were cast as the lead roles in “Sister, Sister.”
In addition to her role on “Sister, Sister,” Tamera Mowry also made appearances on other shows such as “Are You Afraid of the Dark?” and lent her voice to “The Adventures of Hyperman.” She continued to make guest appearances on shows like “Smart Guy” and “Detention” while also pursuing voice acting opportunities.
At this stage, “Sister, Sister” had ended its run. Tamera Mowry then starred in made-for-TV movies such as “Something to Sing About” and “Seventeen Again.” Following a two-year stint on “Strong Medicine,” Tamera reunited with her twin sister in the Disney movie “Twitches.” She later returned to her role in the sequel, “Twitches Too.”
She also lent her voice to characters in “Family Guy” and “The Super Hero Squad Show” before appearing in another TV movie called “Double Wedding.”
In 2011, Tamera Mowry was featured in the reality TV series “Tia & Tamera,” which aired for two years. In 2013, she joined the hosting team of “The Real,” where she remained for 7 years.
Over the following years, Tamera made appearances on various shows including “Melissa & Joey,” “Talking Dead,” “Hollywood Darlings,” “Daytime Divas,” and “Help Us Get Married.” She is also recognized for her role in the movie “The Hot Chick.”
Tia and Tamera have recently launched a business called Need Brand, which aligned perfectly with their journey into motherhood. The duo has introduced two items, namely Milky! (a milk bottle) and Stretchy! (a stretch mark cream). Additionally, they have published two books titled “Twintuition: Double Vision” and “Twintuition: Double Trouble.”
Personal Life
After nearly six years of being in a relationship, Tamera Mowry tied the knot with Fox News reporter Adam Housley in California’s Napa Valley on May 15, 2011. Their son was born on November 12, 2012, followed by their daughter on July 1, 2015. They currently reside in Napa Valley, close to his family’s bus station.
Net Worth
American actress Tamera Mowry has accumulated a net worth of $4 million through her successful career. She rose to fame for her memorable performances in various television shows, most notably “Sister, Sister,” where she starred alongside her twin sister Tia Mowry.
Tamera has also appeared in several other TV series over the years. She gained further recognition through the reality show “Tia & Tamera,” which provided an inside look into the sisters’ lives. Additionally, she served as a co-host on the talk show “The Real” for seven years.
