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Josie Totah, born Josie Jay Totah on August 5, 2001, in Sacramento, California, is an American actress, writer, and producer.
Formerly known as J.J. Totah, she gained widespread recognition for her vibrant performances in television and film, as well as her advocacy for transgender visibility.
Of Palestinian and Lebanese descent through her father, Suheil Totah, and Lebanese, Irish, and Italian ancestry through her mother, Christine Totah, Josie grew up in a supportive family environment that nurtured her passion for performing.
Her journey from a child actor to a prominent figure in entertainment is marked by her talent, resilience, and commitment to authenticity, particularly after publicly coming out as a transgender woman in 2018.
Siblings
Josie is the youngest of three children, sharing a close bond with her older siblings, Camille Totah and Alex Totah.
Camille, her older sister, and Alex, her older brother, grew up alongside Josie in Sacramento, California, in a family that celebrated their diverse cultural heritage.
Career
Totah’s career began in 2012 when she debuted as Lil’ Dictator in AwesomenessTV’s first production, marking the start of her ascent in the entertainment world.
She gained early recognition for her recurring role as Stuart Wooten on Disney Channel’s Jessie (2013–2015), where she portrayed a lovable character with a crush on Zuri Ross, played by Skai Jackson.
Around the same time, she appeared as Michael Lovette in the ABC comedy Back in the Game (2013), showcasing her comedic timing.
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Josie’s versatility shone through in guest roles on shows like New Girl, 2 Broke Girls, Liv and Maddie, and Glee, where she played Myron Muskovitz, the youngest member of New Directions, in four episodes in 2015.
Her performance in the 2016 film Other People earned critical acclaim, with Variety naming her a Sundance Breakout Star for her role as Justin.
Initially cast in male roles under the name J.J. Totah, she transitioned to female roles after coming out as transgender in 2018, a pivotal moment that aligned her career with her true identity.
That same year, she starred as Michael Patel in NBC’s Champions, a comedy series created by Mindy Kaling.
Josie’s lead role as Lexi Haddad-DeFabrizio in Peacock’s Saved by the Bell reboot (2020–2021) further elevated her profile, where she also served as a producer, contributing to the show’s GLAAD Media Award win in 2022.
Her film credits include Spider-Man: Homecoming (2017), Moxie (2021), and Magic Camp (2020), while her voice work extends to animated series like Big Mouth and Human Resources.
In 2023, she took on a co-lead role as Mabel Elmsworth in Apple TV+’s The Buccaneers, earning praise for her performance alongside Kristine Froseth and Christina Hendricks.
Josie is also set to appear in the upcoming horror reimagining Faces of Death.
Beyond acting, she co-hosts the podcast Dare We Say with Yasmine Hamady and Alycia Pascual-Peña, discussing pop culture and social issues, further showcasing her multifaceted talents.
Accolades
Totah’s role in Other People (2016) earned her a spot on Variety’s list of Sundance Breakout Stars, a testament to her ability to captivate audiences early in her career.
In 2018, she was included in The Hollywood Reporter’s “30 Stars Under 18” list and Forbes’ “30 Under 30” list, acknowledging her rising influence in entertainment.
That same year, Teen Vogue named her to its “21 Under 21” list, celebrating her contributions as a young trailblazer.
Her performance in the Saved by the Bell reboot earned her a Critics’ Choice Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series, and the series itself won a GLAAD Media Award in 2022 for its inclusive representation.