Patina Miller, the one who originated the role of Disco Diva wannabe Deloris Van Cartier in ‘West End’. Miller is an American actress, performer, and singer. She is famously known for her role as Commander Paylor in “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay”. Also the leading role in the 2013 movie “Pippin” which earned her a Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical.
Early Life
Patina Renea Miller was born on November 6, 1984, in Pageland, South California. Her parents were divorced and her mom raised her. Miller was introduced to music at a young age. She was also a part of the gospel choir at her local church. She attended South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities. Later she attended Carnegie Mellon University with a full scholarship. She graduated from there in 2006 with a degree in musical theatre.
Patina Miller Career
Her career was like a bumpy road, which she crossed with her talent, hard work which led to her success. Miller was one of the finalists for the role of Effie White in the musical drama “Dreamgirls”, in 2005. She was cast as Pam Henderson in the soap opera “All My Children”, she appeared in 30 episodes, in 2007. Miller was cast as the lead role in “Sister Act”, a role she studied for 6 months. Although the movie received mixed reviews, Miller was praised for her performance. For this role, Miller was nominated for the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Musical and she also won the whatsonstage.com Theatregoers Choice Award for Best Actress in a Musical.
Miller made her Broadway debut with this role. She won a Theatre World Award and also was nominated for The Tony Awards for Best Actress in a Musical, The Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding Actress in a Musical, the Drama League Award for Distinguished Performance, and the Drama Desk award for Outstanding Actress in a Musical. On March 18, 2012, she played her final performance in the Broadway company. She was replaced by Raven-Symoné.
Fame
Miller played the role of Linda in the City Center Encores production of “Lost in the Stars”. From December 2012 to January 2013, she performed as the leading player in Pippin, a American Repertory Theatre production. Miller played the role of Commander Paylor in “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay” in 2015. She was cast as the Daisy Grant, press coordinator to Secretary of State Elizabeth McCord in the CBS political drama “Madam Secretary”. It was announced in May 2014.
Miller also starred in Multiple off-broadway productions. Like “Ragtime” at Avery Fisher Hall, Manhattan Theatre Club’s “Romantic Poetry”. She has also participated in workshops for “Book of Mormon”, “Nightingale” and “American Idiot”. Miller had her New York City debut in February 2014 as part of Lincoln center theatre’s “American Songbook”. Miller also played as the Press coordinator “Daisy Grant” in the CBS drama series “Madam Secretary”.
Patina Miller Biography |
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| Real Name | Patina Renea Miller |
| Birth Date | 6 November 1984 |
| Age (as of 2021) | 36 Years |
| Birth Place | Pageland, South Carolina, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Profession | Actress, Singer |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Sun sign | Scorpio |
Physical Statistics |
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| Height | in feet inches – 5’ 6” – in Centimeters – 167 cm |
| Weight | in Kilograms – 60 kg – in Pounds – 132 lbs |
| Body Measurements | 34-25-35 |
| Bra Size | 32B |
| Waist Size | 25 |
| Hips Size | 35 |
| Shoe Size | 7.5 (U.S.) |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Body Type | Slim |
Family |
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| Father | Robin Burch |
| Mother | Not Known |
| Sister | Not Known |
| Brother | Not Known |
Qualification/Education |
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| School | South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts & Humanities |
| College | Carnegie Mellon University |
Relationship Status |
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| Marital Status | Married |
| Affair | No |
| Is she a Lesbian? | No |
| Husband? | David Mars |
| Children | One (Emerson Harper Mars) |
Favorite Things |
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| Favorite Actresses | Sheryl Lee Ralph, Audra McDonald |
| Favorite Singers | Nina Simone, Jennifer Holliday, Heather Headley |
| Favorite Food | Pizza, Kale Salad, Salmon |
| Favorite Drinks | Coconut Water, Coffee, Almond Milk |
Personal Life
Miller’s mother, Robin Burch is a Baptist minister. Miller married David Mars on June 14, 2014, in New York City. Her mother officiated the ceremony. David Mars is a venture capitalist. The couple had a beautiful daughter on August 9, 2017. She was named Emerson Harper. The family of 3 is incredibly happy and adorable. Her daughter is loved as she is often seen pouring her love for her, in her social media accounts. Even with her busy schedule, Miller makes time for her family.
Patina Miller Net Worth
Miller’s main source of income is through her acting and Performances. Per annum, she makes $1,000,000. Her net worth is estimated to be $15 Million. She is incredibly talented and the speculations on her net worth also portray the picture.
Trivia:
- She has given credit to Carnegie Mellon University as a big part of her life and what made her who she is today. She is really proud of her school.
- Miller performed her first solo concert at the Kennedy Center for Performing Arts.
- Her talent has earned her multiple awards and nominations both onstage and screen.
- Back in 2017, Miller talked about her journey to motherhood and how she was so excited to welcome her baby, in an interview.