Rising star Quinn Hemphill has just made her feature film debut in the action-packed sequel Bad Boys: Ride or Die. We had the opportunity to connect with Quinn and discovered some interesting tidbits about her life and career.
Though she was previously seen in The Mental System and Killer Competition on Lifetime, Quinn is now stepping into the role of Callie Howard, who is the granddaughter of Joe Pantoliano‘s character Captain Howard, in the new Bad Boys installment.
Let’s dive into the 10 Fun Facts about Quinn Hemphill:
- Among my two sisters, I’m the one in the middle. Maggie, my elder sister, practices medicine, and Tricia, my younger sister, is navigating law school.
- Once, I bumped into Will Smith during the filming of Men in Black 3 in New York City. I recounted this incident to him while we were on the set of Bad Boys, and to my amusement, our producer, Doug Belgrad, actually remembered seeing us meet!
- I acquired my Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting from Syracuse University in just three years, completing my degree at age 21.
- My roots are deeply planted in Scranton, PA – not just known for being President Joe Biden‘s hometown, but also for the beloved TV show The Office. In an interesting twist of fate, my grandfather served as the mayor there for twelve years.
- The pandemic lockdown made me turn to TikTok, where I learned to cook, mastering dishes like buffalo chicken wraps with my version of homemade ranch. These days, I’m focused on perfecting the ultimate baked potato, which is also my go-to comfort food.
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- Reading is a passion of mine. With Liane Moriarity topping my list of favorite authors, my personal book recommendations would be “A Tree Grows in Brooklyn” and “Homegoing.”
- My zeal for travel has taken me across 7 different nations: Italy, France, Spain, England, Ireland, Scotland, and Bermuda. I even got to perform in an original production at the renowned “Edinburgh Fringe Festival.”
- I’ve shared an inseparable bond with my best friend since her birth (she’s 9 months my junior), and we joke about being “womb to tomb” friends.
- When I was 8, the musical Wicked on Broadway ignited my passion for acting. The very next day, I found an acting class and implored my parents to enroll me in it.
- My love for BravoTV runs deep! While I adore many housewives, none have captured my heart quite like Sonja Morgan. As for my favorite installment, it’s the Real Housewives of Miami. Whenever I visit a new town, I make sure to dine at eateries spearheaded by Top Chef contestants.
Catch Quinn on the big screen in Bad Boys: Ride or Die, now showing in theaters!
Frequently Asked Questions about Quinn Hemphill
- What role does Quinn Hemphill play in ‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die’?
Quinn Hemphill portrays Callie Howard, the granddaughter of Captain Howard, in ‘Bad Boys: Ride or Die’. - Where is Quinn Hemphill from?
Quinn Hemphill hails from Scranton, Pennsylvania. - How many siblings does Quinn Hemphill have?
She has two sisters. She is the middle child, with an older sister who is a doctor and a younger sister attending law school. - Did Quinn graduate from college early?
Yes, she completed her BFA in Acting from Syracuse University in three years and graduated at age 21. - Has Quinn Hemphill traveled internationally?
Indeed, she has explored seven countries and even took part in the “Edinburgh Fringe Festival”. - Who is Quinn’s all-time favorite housewife?
Sonja Morgan holds the title of Quinn’s favorite housewife.