If you have seen ABC/CBS’s sitcom Family Matters seasons one to four, you would remember Jaimee Foxworth, a former child star who played the role of Judy Winslow until her character was phased out of the show. As a result, she had no means of livelihood and had to find other options. First, she formed an all-girl R&B musical group called S.H.E. with her two sisters, Tyren and Jania, releasing their debut album 3’s a Charm in 1997. Second, she worked in the adult industry under the pseudonym Crave and quit when it became public knowledge
In 2009, she welcomed her only son, Michael Douglas Shaw Jr., with her boyfriend Michael Shaw. Below are some interesting details no one told you about her.
Fascinating Details About Jaimee Foxworth’s Life
1. She Hails From Belleville, Illinois
She was born Jaimee Monae Foxworth in Belleville, Illinois, on December 17, 1979. Her mother, Gwyn Fox, was a talent manager. She has two sisters, Tyren Perry, an actress and singer, and Jania Foxworth, a singer. As you can see, she was raised in a family of entertainment enthusiasts.
2. Jaimee Foxworth Started Modeling At A Tender Age
Foxworth developed a passion for modeling at an early age, starting when she was 5. She appeared in television commercials, including one for the fast-food restaurant McDonald’s. How long she modeled or what level she reached in the industry is unclear
3. She Landed The Role Of Judy Winslow In Family Matters Before She Was 9
Having been exposed to entertainment and fame at a tender age, she ultimately landed the role of Judy Winslow, the youngest of the Winslows’ three children, in the ABC/CBS sitcom Family Matters. She was 9 years and 9 months old when the show’s first season premiered on ABC in September 1989.
4. Foxworth’s Run On The Show Lasted From Seasons One To Four
Unfortunately, Jaimee’s appearance in Family Matters lasted from seasons one to four. It happened after Steve Urkel, portrayed by Jaleel White, was introduced on the show, and he gained more popularity and was ultimately given more time. At that very moment, Jaimee’s fate was sealed. The show owners didn’t even reduce her time nor write off or recast her character; she simply disappeared from the show. Season four of the show first aired in September 1992 and last aired in May 1993.
This marked the end of her promising acting career, which had barely started. Her childhood stardom didn’t last long. She was almost 14 at the time.
5. She Auditioned For Many TV Shows After Family Matters
Even though she managed to go to many auditions over the years after Family Matters, she turned down some roles while others turned her down. The shows she auditioned for include In the House, Parent Hood, One on One, The Game, and The Client List.
For In the House, they thought she would be too short alongside LL Cool J. Parent Hood didn’t work out contractually. One on One was shot but didn’t air. She was given the role of “Janay” in The Game but turned it down. She also turned down The Client List.
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6. The Belleville Native Started An R&B Musical Group With Her Sisters
Jaimee formed the R&B musical group S.H.E. with her two sisters, Tyren Perry and Jania Perry. When she was about 18, they released their debut album 3’s a Charm in July 1997 through Shaquille O’Neal’s T.W.IsM/InterscopeRecords. The album features 14 tracks, including “In The Middle,” “My Secret,” “I’ll Never Leave You,” and “I Can Do That.”
Unfortunately, the album didn’t perform well and never made it to the Billboard charts, resulting in the group’s failure.
7. She Became An Adult Film Actor At 19
With nothing to do and bills to pay, Jaimee needed a way to make money. So, in 1998, at the age of 19, she agreed to do a photo shoot for a swimsuit calendar. When she got to the studio, she realized she could make more money in the adult film industry.
She became an adult film actress under the pseudonym Crave. She revealed that at the time, her self-esteem was at an all-time low. To her, it was the quickest way to make money.
Subsequently, she became remorseful and sober, never wanting anyone to find out that she had been an adult actress. However, her secret eventually came out, and she had to tell her mother the truth.
8. Jaimee Battled Substance Abuse And Depression
After she quit making adult films, she became depressed because of the damage it had done to her public image and reputation. According to her, she couldn’t hold her head high or walk around and say her name without getting mean responses. She didn’t just lose her confidence and self-esteem; she also lost friends and some family members.
As a result, she started abusing drugs and alcohol. She later made a guest appearance on Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew to get help with her substance abuse and addiction in 2008.
9. Her Only Son, Michael Douglas Shaw Jr., Was Born 10 Days After Her Due Date
Seven months before her 30th birthday, former child actress Jaimee Foxworth gave birth to her only son, Michael Douglas Shaw Jr., on May 29, 2009, with her boyfriend Michael Shaw.
Michael was 10 days overdue before he was born. Jaimee said this was the best day of her life, and she was excited to be a mother.
10. Where Is She Now?
Jaimee now lives in Los Angeles, California, where she and her sisters, Tyren and Jania, run a podcast called The S.H.E. Show. They talk about life, love, motherhood, and their careers in the entertainment industry. They also discuss current events while honestly answering questions from their listeners.
The podcast started in March 2020, with the first episode titled “Social Distancing.” It was followed by others such as “Is Male Bashing Really A Thing?” “Can You Be Friends With A Woman Who’s Had A Relationship With Your Man?” and “Interracial Dating.”
