Jerrika Hinton

Biography

Jerrika Delayne Hinton (born September 28, 1981 in Oak Cliff, Dallas, Texas) is an American actress best known for her role as Dr. Stephanie Edwards in the hit hospital drama Grey's Anatomy. She graduated with honors from Southern Methodist University in 2002. Hinton studied theater, directing, and drama. She made her film debut in 2006 in the drama Rain. This was followed by guest roles in well-known series such as Gilmore Girls (2006), Ghost Whisperer (2008), Gossip Girl (2009), Bones (2011), and Scandal (2012). Jerrika Hinton had her breakthrough with the series Grey's Anatomy: from 2012, she played the doctor Dr. Stephanie Edwards. She was part of the main cast for over 117 episodes (seasons 9–13). This role made her internationally famous. She had other well-known roles in Hunters (2020–2023), Here and Now (2018), and Servant (2019–2023). Her film appearances include The Roommate (2011), Broken Angels, Mr. Crocket (2024), and The Piano Lesson (2024). Jerrika Hinton has a bachelor's degree with honors in liberal arts (BFA).

Most Known For

Grey's Anatomy

as Stephanie Edwards

Bones

as Nadine Tweed

Gilmore Girls

as Allison

Scandal

as Hannah

Gossip Girl

as Waitress

Ghost Whisperer

as Clerk

Hunters

as Millie Morris

Everybody Hates Chris

as Birthday Girl

Zoey 101

as Claire Jeffries

Servant

as Natalie Gorman (voice)

Servant

as Natalie Gorman

Accused

as Lycia

Mr. Crocket

as Summer

A Man in Full

as Henrietta White

Better With You

as Saleswoman

Terriers

as Didi

Here and Now

as Ashley

Odious

as Sharlette

The Roommate

as Girl Student

The Piano Lesson

as Grace