Biographie
A natural talent with a stunning presence, Germany Kent is an American award-winning TV personality, host, actress, producer, author, and accomplished writer known for her versatile work in a variety of film, television, and new media projects. Germany has appeared on countless news programs, variety and lifestyle shows.
The multihyphenate Kent has been the creator of scripted and unscripted content for multiple platforms. The charismatic performer began acting in plays in middle school and once performed on the Apollo stage in New York.
Kent is a trained journalist with multimarket experience who has worked as a broadcaster, entertainment host, and multimedia reporter for TV, print and digital platforms. The veteran journalist often plays the role of a newscaster on big and small screens. Over the years, the former FOX news anchor has had the opportunity to interview hundreds of prominent entertainers, athletes, politicians, and newsmakers, including Arnold Schwarzenegger, Maria Shriver, Debbie Allen, Phylicia Rashad, Earvin "Magic" Johnson, Sean Combs, LL Cool J, Vanessa Williams, Eddie George, Jon Voight, Louis Gossett Jr., and Matthew McConaughey.
In addition to her anchoring and reporting both for television and radio in Los Angeles, Germany has appeared on scripted television shows such as CBS's "Criminal Minds," USA's "Graceland," and Disney's "Jessie." Germany has also appeared on unscripted television and reality shows, including Bravo's "The Real Housewives of Atlanta," and CBS's "The Doctors," among others. The multi-talented television personality has amassed a string of guest appearances on NBC, ABC, CBS and FOX news affiliates, and been featured on numerous radio, and podcast programs across the country.
In addition to her television success, Germany also appeared as a Starfleet Captain in the J.J. Abrams blockbuster "Star Trek Into Darkness." She has also been cast in music videos opposite Mary J. Blige, Take 6 and Stevie Wonder. The former beauty queen titleholder appeared in Nike's "Find Your Greatness" campaign, noted as one of the best campaigns of all time. Some of Germany's other leading commercial roles in television and print campaigns has brought her lasting recognition for several major national brands including Disney, AT&T, Coca-Cola, Carrier, Chase, eHarmony, Budweiser, Coors Light, Target, Pepsi, and Verizon.
Germany is frequently in the media and is one of the industry's most influential and inspiring storytellers and thought-leaders. She has been featured as a national authority in Fast Company, Inc. Magazine, Yahoo, Parade, MSN, and countless other lifestyle magazines and newspapers. The sought after media expert is frequently referenced in online articles and cherished as a Wise Wordsmith quoted internationally on countless company and individual websites, within the pages of bestselling books, including "Chicken Soup for the Soul," and on blogs spanning worldwide.
During her career, Germany has been one of the media industry's go-to trusted sources and her work has been published in Forbes Magazine, Bloomberg, The Dallas Morning News, HuffPost, and Cosmopolitan, to name a few. In addition to her entertainment credits, accolades for her literary works, media credentials, and industry awards for excellence, Germany is well respected in the arts and entertainment community as a recognized activist and humanitarian who supports dozens of charities and public service causes.
Germany volunteers countless hours with community events and civic groups that make a difference in the lives of humanity. In her spare time, she remains active in the community using her influence to raise awareness for various topics such as bullying prevention, mental health, women's empowerment and youth advocacy. Through her media company she also promotes non-profit organizations, local heroes and the wellness community.
A well-known philanthropist, Germany started a program called "Producing Hopeful Souls," where she trains students to have careers in the media and entertainment industry. She has garnered many national and international honors for her humanitarian work and service initiatives including a Global Philanthropy Award from Empower Magazine, an International Trailblazers Award for "Humanitarian of the Year," and a Lifetime Community Service Award from Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., recognizing Germany's contribution to the arts, and to her community.
During her career, the empowering socialite has been a trailblazer in the faith-based community creating content and contributing to high profile events across the country, notably hosting for The Global Christian Professional Women's Association, opposite Billy Graham's daughter Anne Graham Lotz. Germany has also been named among the "Top 100 Brands and Influencers," by Onalytica, the world's leading B2B Influencer Marketing platform.
The Influencer has been honored as a distinguished alumna at the University of Alabama, Mississippi State University, and Northwest Mississippi Community College. Germany is also an alumna of the University of Southern California's Rossier College of Education and USC's Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism. In 2019, Germany was recognized at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., by the Society of Professional Journalists with their highest national honor, a prestigious Sigma Delta Chi Award, one of the premier awards in Journalism.
Germany has a track record in breaking new ground. In 2017, she made history becoming the first person to be presented with her own "Germany Kent Day" in her birthplace Greenville, Mississippi, the highest civilian honor given. Her achievements earned her a spot as an inductee into the North Panola School District Hall of Fame, becoming the first person to be awarded with the accolade. Germany has also been recognized in the Mississippi Senate by Gov. Tate Reeves as an outstanding Mississippian.
In 2018, the Los Angeles Business Journal listed Germany Kent as one of the "Powerful Women Making A Difference in Los Angeles." As a spokesperson, she helps raise awareness for various causes. Germany's motto is, "If you're not reaching back to help anyone then you're not building a legacy."
