Jessica Claire Biel was born on March 3, 1982, in Ely, Minnesota, to Kimberly (née Conroe), a homemaker, and Jonathan Biel, a business consultant and General Motors employee. She has one younger brother, Justin. Her family moved frequently during her childhood, living in Texas, Connecticut, and Colorado. Biel initially trained as a vocalist and appeared in local musical productions.
Biel began her acting career in the theatre, starring in productions like “Annie” and “The Sound of Music.” Her television debut came in 1994 with the family drama series 7th Heaven, where she played Mary Camden. She remained a series regular until 2003, gaining widespread recognition for her role.
Biel transitioned to film roles during and after her time on 7th Heaven. She has appeared in a variety of genres, demonstrating versatility as an actress. Notable films include:
In addition to 7th Heaven