Clifton Powell Jr is the son of the popular actor/producer Clifton Powell. And as if the spotlights were any less on him, this handsome man is now dating the daughter of former President Barack Obama, Sasha Obama.
Let’s delve into his life as this Clifton Powell Jr Bio proceeds.
Meet Clifton Powell Jr, Sasha Obama BF
Clifton Powell Jr first met Sasha Obama in late 2021 after Sasha joined the University of Southern California. At the time, Sasha had just moved to Los Angeles to study at the university while Clifton was already building his career.
Reportedly, Sasha was transferred to USC from the University of Michigan, where she had been a student for two years.
So, after dating for months, the two were captured by the Daily Mail in April 2022 as they took a walk together. And this was the first time the duo’s romance came to the spotlight.
Also, the news about Clifton and Sasha came days after Sasha’s mother Michelle Obama, confirmed that her daughter student has a boyfriend. “They loved the Jonas Brothers. Now they are bringing grown men home. Before it was just, like, pop bands. Now they have boyfriends and real lives,” Michelle said on The Ellen DeGeneres Show.
Looks like Clifton also was on good terms with Sasha’s family.
Trivia: Sasha’s older sister Malia also was dating Rory Farquharson (a Harvard graduate) at the time.
Clifton Powell Jr Age
Clifton Powell Jr was born on May 23, 1997. That made him 24 years of age in 2022.
He is 4 years older than his girlfriend 20 years.
Did you know: Clifton Powell Jr is the third of his name.
Clifton Powell Jr Family
Clifton Powell Jr comes from a family of four.
His father, Clifton Powell Jr is an actor/producer born on March 16, 1956, in Washington, District of Columbia, USA. Over IMDb, Clifton is credited to over 260 movies and TV shows some of which include — Saints & Sinners (2016-2021), Chase Street (2017-2020), Black Lightning (2018-2019), and Diamond in the Rough (2019).
In 2022, Clifton’s net worth was over $500 thousand.
As for Clifton’s mother, Kimberly Crooms reportedly ran a few businesses including an interior design company called WhateverUneed Designs and a catering company called Chef Kim.
Sadly, Clifton’s parents have already separated. The last time we checked, his father was dating Kita B. (an artist featured in the biopic American Soul) while his mother was also dating someone.
Talking about Clifton’s sibling, his 4-year-older sister May Powell is an entrepreneur and runs her own beauty business called Suga Honey Glam Incorporated. Also, she might be an aspiring model.
Is Clifton Powell Jr On Instagram?
Yes, as of April 2022 find Clifton on Instagram @cliffp3. However, his account was kept private then.
This actor also goes by the name Cliff and CP3.
Clifton Powell Jr Job
Clifton Powell Jr is an actor, writer, and director based in Los Angeles CA.
Following in the footsteps of his father, Clifton made his leap into the narrative writing world, which then led him to a writing assistant job for scripted television. Ultimately, Clifton then went on to start his own TV space where he wrote scripts and exercised his creative muscles from behind the camera.
With a passion for directing and visual storytelling, Clifton then continued to work at the craft of directing but was quickly thrown into the fire. However, this only made him come back stronger, and earn something new from every production he took on.
By 2022, Clifton has already directed commercials for Nike SNKRS, Nike Blazers, Nike Dunks, Esports Madden 22, and Peloton.
As for his education, Clifton graduated from Village Christian High School in 2015 and went on to receive a four-year basketball scholarship to the University of California at Santa Barbara.
However, he later transferred out of the university within a year to concentrate on a different subject: film.
Talking about his basketball career, Clifton averaged 11.7 points, 4.6 rebounds, 1.3 assists, and 1.3 steals per game during high school. He was even named First Team All-CIF 1AA and First Team All-Olympic League after helping the program to CIF and league championships.
Clifton Powell Jr Height
Clifton stands tall at a height of 6 feet 5 inches (195 cm) and weighs 77 kg (171 lbs).
His distinct features include — his towering height, an oblong face, and brown eyes.
Related FAQs
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When Is Clifton Powell Jr Birthday?
Clifton receives his birthday wishes on May 23, making him of the Gemini zodiac.
On his 24th birthday, his dad Clifton took it to his IG to share, |You came into the world son and you changed my life and to this day you still bring Soooooo much Joy to Me and to All that you touch I’m soooooo Proud of You, Young Man. Enjoy this Special Day God gave to You.”
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Where Is Clifton Powell Jr From?
Clifton was raised in LA’s Ladera Heights.
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How Much Is Clifton Powell Jr Net Worth?
By 2022, Clifton had already garnered a net worth of under $500 thousand.
