Jerrica Brooks, the daughter of renowned actor and comedian J.B. Smoove, is making a name for herself in the entertainment industry. Taking after her father, Jerrica shared in an interview on ABC’s Claim to Fame that she sees herself as the female version of Smoove. She even joked that her mother once said she looks like her father with a wig.
Born on Oct. 21, 1993, Jerrica, also known as Monay during her time on Claim to Fame, has been making her mark in the industry. She once worked for Sofía Vergara, handling business development, ads, and branding tasks. Jerrica has also appeared on television, competing as a contestant on ABC’s Claim to Fame, where family members of celebrities compete in challenges.
Despite using her middle name on the show, Jerrica has been open about her experience. She admitted that the hardest part was not being able to fully express herself and had to be cautious about revealing too much information to maintain her cover.
J.B. Smoove has been a supportive father to Jerrica throughout her journey. He has expressed pride in her accomplishments and even dedicated a touching post on Facebook to celebrate her 30th birthday. Smoove is known for being a proud “girl dad,” emphasizing his love and support for his daughter on various occasions.
As Jerrica continues to carve out her path in the industry, she has the unwavering support of her father and a bright future ahead.
