Joel Smollett: Biography, all you need to know about the patriarch of the Smollett family
The late Joel Smollett was a well-known man who inspired his children into the acting industry.
One of his sons is well known for his role in the critically acclaimed television series, Empire, as Jamal Lyon.
The rest of the Smollett family is also involved in the entertainment business in one way or the other.
Joel was born on 8th October 1956. His mother, Molly Hirschenson, was American-African while the father, Peter, was a Russian-Polish Jew. His family used to live in Russia and Poland, but later on moved to America and became American citizens.
Joel worked as a cable splicer and fully supported his family through the job.
He was married to his adorable wife, Janet. Janet was born on 27th November 1952 and is 67 years as of September 2020. Today, Janet is referred to ...