Heartthrob Blair Underwood got his Hollywood start in the mid-1980s. Not only did he land the starring role in the 1985 film “Krush Groove,” but he also appeared in “One Life to Live” as Bobby Blue.
From 1987 to 1994, Underwood starred in the NBC legal drama “L.A. Law” as Jonathan Rollins. In 1995, he won an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series for his work on “L.A. Law.”
In 2006, Underwood starred in Tyler Perry’s “Madea’s Family Reunion” as Carlos. Most recently, Underwood has been portraying Ben Grant on the Fox medical drama “Doc.”
While Blair Underwood has built quite the resume in the acting world, he’s still found a way to be a family man. With that in mind, here are five fast facts about Blair Underwood’s wife and children.
1. Blair Underwood Married Josie Hart in 2023
Blair Underwood and Josie Hart had been friends for decades before they tied the knot on June 24, 2023.
Underwood took to Instagram in November 2022 to announce their engagement, writing, “When a 41-year friendship slaps you in the back of the head & blossoms into romance, you stand up, pay attention & step forward in gratitude. Gently forward. It begins!”
2. Blair Underwood Shares 3 Kids With His Ex-Wife
Prior to his marriage to Josie Hart, Underwood was married to his ex-wife, Desiree DaCosta, for 27 years. The couple separated in 2021. They share three children: sons Paris and Blake, and daughter Brielle.
3. Blair Underwood’s Oldest Son Is Paris Underwood
Blair Underwood’s oldest son with his ex-wife is Paris Underwood. Born in 1997, Paris Underwood turned 29 earlier this year. Paris graduated from the University of Southern California in 2019, earning a degree in Business Management.
4. Blair Underwood’s Daughter Is Brielle Underwood
Blair Underwood’s daughter, Brielle Underwood, was born in 1999. Like her older brother, she also graduated from the University of Southern California.
Underwood took to Instagram to share his daughter’s achievement, writing, “Could not be more proud of my ‘one & only daughter,’ Brielle, for graduating from USC yesterday! Such a long march, but worth every step! Wouldn’t have missed it for the world!”
5. Blair Underwood’s Youngest Son Is Blake Underwood
Blair Underwood’s youngest son is Blake Underwood. He was born in 2001 and is 25 years old. Unlike his older siblings, Blake opted to forgo USC in favor of attending Duke University in Durham, North Carolina.
In 2021, Underwood took to Instagram to give his youngest son a shout-out on National Sons Day, writing, “To my youngest son, Blake, you bring passion, intelligence, focus, quiet determination, and strength to everything you endeavor. I am incredibly proud of the young man you’ve become. Brick by brick, you continue to build your legacy. GO BOY! Love you, Son.”
While Blair Underwood has achieved lasting success on screen, his life off-screen tells an equally meaningful story. With a marriage rooted in decades of friendship and three children he clearly takes pride in, family remains a defining part of who he is.
