Despite being born as a transgender, Laverne Cox didn't pay much attention to the criticism around her and became one of the renowned TV actresses.
Due to her busy schedule, her dating life is almost negligible. But much to your surprise, the black actress is currently dating a super hot guy and fans want to know more about the guy.
Let's get right into it.
Laverne Cox Dating Jono Freedrix
During 2016 SAG Awards, Laverne attended the event with an unknown super hot guy. The guy turned a lot of heads and people were scratching the back of their heads as to know who is this guy?
As we all know, Laverne is an exceptionally talented actress so it's not surprising to see her choice of a boyfriend. In the event, she was on a hot date with Jono Freedrix.
According to various onlookers, the pair reportedly kissed and cuddled during the award show after party. The duo looked comfortable together as they danced to the tune.
Many of you might now know that Jono is the president of The Virtual Stage, a film, and theater company based in Vancouver which produces various short stage shows.
Their most recent projects included stage shows regarding breastfeeding and gender fluidity.
The Pair Started Dating In 2014
Coming back to the main topic, according to various rumors, the duo started dating in 2014. In an interview with the E! online in 2014, she revealed that she's dating someone.
"I'm managing to find time to date. I'm seeing someone but we haven't defined what we're doing. We're just enjoying each other's company and having a very good time and laughing together and supporting each other."
Both Jono and Laverne attended the Emmy Awards in 2014 so it really adds up to her dating timeline.
In the same interview to the E!, the 45-years-old actress stated, she currently has no plans to marry conceive any children but she does believe in love.
'I very much believe in love. I want to be in love and in a partnership with a man.. I see myself in love and in a fierce partnership with someone who loves and respects me.'
Well, looks like Jono respects her a lot and both of them looks like a perfect match. We believe the lovebirds might go all the way and walk the aisle in the near future.
Quick Facts about Laverne Cox
- Born on May 29, 1972, in Mobile, Alabama, United States.
- Has an identical brother, M Lamar who works alongside Laverne in the tv series Orange Is the New Black.
- Attempted suicide at the age of 11 due to bullying.
- Graduated from Alabama School of Fine Arts.
- Studied at the Indiana University Bloomington until transferring to Marymount Manhattan College.
- Her film debut was in 2000 movie, Betty Anderson.
- Made her Television debut as Candace in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.
- Also, works as an advocate for the LGBT community.
- Won Anti-Violence Courage Awards, Reader's Choice Award, Woman of the Year, and Daytime Emmy Awards.
- As of 2016, her net worth is around 2 million dollars.
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