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Lela Rochon Biography

Lela Rochon is an American Actress who was born and brought up in Los Angeles, California, United States of America.

Lela is widely known for her role in the 1995 romantic drama film ‘Waiting to Exhale as Robin Stokes, which earned her two nominations for the MTV Movie Award for Best Breakthrough Performance, and the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture.

Rochon is also known for her roles in the Showtime cable network film ‘ Mr. and Mrs. Loving’ as Mildred ‘Bean’ Jeter, which earned her a Cable Ace Award nomination for Outstanding Actress in a Movie or Miniseries, ‘Boomerang’ as Christie, and in ‘Harlem Nights’ as Sunshine.

10 Quick Facts About Lela Rochon

  • Name: Lela Rochon
  • Age: 58 years
  • Birthday: 17 April
  • Zodiac Sign: Aries
  • Height: 5 feet 9 inches
  • Nationality: American
  • Occupation: Wrestler
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Salary: Under Review
  • Net worth: $1 million and $10 million

Lela Rochon Age

Rochon is 58 years old as of 2022, she was born on 17 April 1964, in Los Angeles, California, United States. She celebrates her birthday on 17 April every year, and her birth sign is Aries.

Lela Rochon Height

Lela stands at a height of 5 feet 9 inches. She has dark brown eyes and dark brown hair. Her body measurements are 38-26-38 inches.

Lela Rochon Weight

Rochon Weighs 80 kg.

Lela Rochon Education

Lela attended and graduated from Cerritos High School in Cerritos, California. She then enrolled at California State University, Dominguez Hills, from where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts – BA degree in Broadcast Journalism with minors in Sociology and Theater.

Lela Rochon Parents

Rochon was born to her parents Zelma Staples and Samuel Staples in Los Angeles, Her mother is a nurse practitioner, while her father a business owner and graphic artist.

Lela Rochon Siblings

Our efforts to find out more about Lela’s family came to no avail, as no such information is publicly available. Thus, it is not known if she has any siblings. We will update this section once this information is available.

Lela Rochon Husband

Rochon is married to Antoine Fuqua, a filmmaker and comic artist. The couple married on 9 April 1999.

They are blessed with two children, a daughter named Asia Rochon Fuqua (b. July 28, 2002), and a son named Brando Fuqua (b. May 2004). She was previously married to Adolfo Quiñones, an actor, dancer, and choreographer from 1982 to 1987.

Lela Rochon Kids

Lela and her husband Antoine Fuqua have two children, a daughter named Asia Rochon Fuqua, who was born on July 28, 2002, and a son named Brando Fuqua, who was born in May 2004.

Lela Rochon Net Worth

Rochon has an estimated net worth of $10 million dollars as of 2022. This includes her assets, money, and income.

Her primary source of income is her career as an Actress. Through her various sources of income, Lela has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

Lela Rochon Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Lela Rochon.

Lela Rochon Wiki

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  • Full Names: Lela Rochon Staples
  • Gender: Female
  • Occupation / Profession: Actress
  • Nationality: American
  • Race / Ethnicity: Black (Haitian descent)
  • Religion: Not Known
  • Sexual Orientation: Straight

Lela Rochon Birthday

  • Age / How Old?: 58 years (2022)
  • Zodiac Sign: Aries
  • Date of Birth: 17 April 1964
  • Place of Birth: Los Angeles, California, United States
  • Birthday: 17 April

Lela Rochon Body Measurements

  • Body Measurements: 38-26-38 inches
  • Height / How Tall?: 5 feet 9 inches (1.75 m)
  • Weight: 80 kg (176 lbs)
  • Eye Color: Dark Brown
  • Hair Color: Dark Brown
  • Shoe Size: 9 (US)
  • Dress Size: Not Available
  • Breast Size: 34 inches
  • Waist Size: 24 inches
  • Hip Size: 35 inches

Lela Rochon Family and Relationship

  • Father (Dad): Samuel Staples
  • Mother: Zelma Staples
  • Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Not Known
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Husband/Spouse: Married to Antoine Fuqua
  • Dating / Boyfriend: Not Applicable
  • Children: Sons (Brando Fuqua) Daughter(s) (Asia Rochon Fuqua)

Lela Rochon Net Worth and Salary

  • Net Worth: $10 Million
  • Salary: Under Review
  • Source of Income: Actress

Lela Rochon Harlem Nights

Lela played the role of Sunshine in this 1989 movie. In the waning days of Prohibition, Sugar Ray (Richard Pryor) and his adopted son, Quick (Eddie Murphy), run a speakeasy called Club Sugar Ray.

When gangster Bugsy Calhoune (Michael Lerner) learns that Sugar Ray’s place is pulling in more money than his own establishment, the Pitty Pat Club, he pays corrupt cop Phil Cantone (Danny Aiello) to close Club Sugar Ray down. Quick doesn’t exactly help the situation when he falls for Calhoune’s gun moll, Miss Dominique La Rue (Jasmine Guy).

Lela Rochon Waiting To Exhale

In 1995, Rochon played the character role of Robin Stokes in this movie. Navigating through careers, family, and romance, four friends bond over the shortcomings in their love lives — namely, the scarcity of good men.

Both as the “other woman,” Savannah (Whitney Houston) and Robin (Lela Rochon) carry on relationships with married men, each believing their lovers will leave their wives for them. On the flip side, Bernadine (Angela Bassett) ends up alone when her husband divorces her for his mistress. Meanwhile, Gloria (Loretta Devine) finds love with a new neighbor.

Lela Rochon Boomerang

Lela was Christie in this 1992 classic. A cocky ad executive, Marcus (Eddie Murphy) has a reputation as a ladies’ man. However, Marcus gets a taste of his own medicine when a merger finds him working under the beautiful Jacqueline (Robin Givens), who has a similarly cavalier attitude about romance.

Marcus and Jacqueline become involved, but he is put off by her noncommittal approach to their relationship. Meanwhile, Marcus also begins to develop feelings for the pretty Angela (Halle Berry), who is more thoughtful than Jacqueline.

Lela Rochon Movies

  • 1984 – Breakin’ as Extra in First Scene
  • 1985 – A Bunny’s Tale as Charlotte
  • 1986 – Foxtrap as Lindy
  • 1987 – The Wild Pair as Debby
  • 1989 – Harlem Nights as Sunshine
  • 1992 – Boomerang as Christie
  • 1993 – The Meteor Man as Vanessa
  • 1995 – Waiting to Exhale as Robin Stokes
  • 1996 – Mr. and Mrs. Loving as Mildred ‘Bean’ Jeter
  • 1997 – Gang Related as Cynthia Webb
  • 1998 – Ruby Bridges as Lucielle ‘Lucy’ Bridges
  • 1999 – Any Given Sunday as Vanessa Struthers
  • 2000 – Labor Pains as Lulu Brown
  • 2004 – First Daughter as Liz Pappas
  • 2006 – Running Out of Time in Hollywood
  • 2009 – Balancing the Books as Sharlene
  • 2010 – Blood Done Sign My Name as Roseanna Allen
  • 2013 – Let the Church Say Amen as Loretta Jackson
  • 2014 – Supremacy as Odessa
  • 2015 – Reversion as Maya

Frequently Asked Questions About Lela Rochon

Who is Lela Rochon?

Lela Rochon is a renowned Actress, who gained wide recognition after appearing as a cast member of Waiting to Exhale as Robin Stokes.

How old is Lela Rochon?

Rochon is an American national born on 17 April 1964, in Los Angeles, CA.

How tall is Lela Rochon?

Lela stands at a height of 1.75 m.

Is Lela Rochon married?

Yes, Rochon is married to Antoine Fuqua. They got married on April 9, 1999, and together they have two children. The couple resides in Los Angeles together with their children.

How much is Lela worth?

Lela has an approximate net worth of $10 million. This amount has been accrued from her leading roles in the entertainment industry.

How much does Rochon make?

Details about Rochon’s salary are not yet disclosed. However, information about how much he makes will be updated as soon as it is available.

Where does Lela live?

Rochon is a resident of Los Angeles, CA, USA, we shall upload pictures of her house as soon as we have them.

Is Lela dead or alive?

Lela is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of her being sick or having any health-related issues.

Where is Rochon Now?

Lela is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of her being sick or having any health-related issues.

Where is Rochon Now?

Rochon is still an active participant in the creative entertainment industry

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