Meet Sophie Tei Naaki Lee Kodjoe: The Next Generation Star in the Kodjoe Dynasty

Sophie Tei Naaki Lee Kodjoe, born on March 5, 2005, is the first child of actors Boris Kodjoe and Nicole Ari Parker. Sophie has spina bifida, a condition that influences the growth of her spinal cord, but she doesn't let it control her life. 

How Rich is Sophie Tei Naaki Kodjoe?

Sophie Tei Naaki Kodjoe, still young, hasn't yet started a professional career. However, being the daughter of famous figures in the entertainment world, she benefits from the wealth and recognition of her family.

Kodjoe's father, Boris Kodjoe, hails from Austria and has carved a successful career in the American entertainment industry. As an actor, model, and producer in the United States, Boris has accumulated a net worth of around $5 million, according to celebrity net worth sources.  

Additionally, Sophie's mother, Nicole Ari Parker, is a well-known and multi-talented personality in the American entertainment scene. Nicole's achievements as an actress, producer, and model have contributed to her net worth, which is also estimated to be around $5 million. 

Sophie Tei Naaki Kodjoe Mother Career Highlights

Sophie Tei Naaki Kodjoe's mother Nicole Ari Parker started her acting career with a small role in the TV movie "Other Women's Children." She then appeared in several films, including "The Incredibly True Adventure of Two Girls in Love" and "Boogie Nights" in 1997. 

Kodjoe also acted in the TV films "Divas" and "Rebound: The Legend of Earl 'The Goat' Manigault." In 1999, Parker had a short role on the sitcom "Cosby" and was in movies like "200 Cigarettes" and "Blue Streak," which was a big hit. 

Sophie became well-known for her role as Teri Joseph in the TV series "Soul Food" from 2000 to 2004. She also appeared in "Remember the Titans" with Denzel Washington, earning an NAACP Image Award nomination.  

Parker guest-starred in TV series like "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation" and had a role in "Brown Sugar" alongside Boris Kodjoe, whom she later married. They acted together again in the sitcom "Second Time Around." She appeared in movies like "King's Ransom" and "Imagine That" with Eddie Murphy.  

In 2010, Sophie was in the ABC series "The Deep End" and continued to act in films and TV shows, including a recurring role on NBC's "Revolution" and a part in the BET series "Real Husbands of Hollywood." She also appeared in "Murder in the First," "Rosewood," and starred in "Time After Time" on ABC.  

From 2017 to 2020, Parker played Giselle Barker in "Empire" and had a part in "I'm Dying Up Here." She was in movies like "Almost Christmas" and "How It Ends," and had a recurring role in "Chicago P.D." 

In 2021, Sophie joined the cast of "And Just Like That…," the "Sex and the City" revival, which was renewed for a second season in 2022. 

Who is Sophie Tei Naaki Lee Kodjoe's Boyfriend?

Being a celebrity's daughter, Sophie Tei Naaki Kodjoe seems to maintain a private personal life, and, likely, she is not in a relationship at the moment. At 18, her focus appears to be more on self-development and career goals than dating.  

Moreover, Kodjoe shares a close relationship with her family, especially her brother Nicolas Neruda Kodjoe, who is also in the limelight as an upcoming actor. Sophie is often seen at events with her parents, including the 5th American Black Film Festival Honors in 2023, where she appeared alongside her father, Boris Kodjoe. 

Sophie Tei Naaki Lee Kodjoe Parents Relationship

Sophie Tei Naaki Lee Kodjoe's parents Boris Kodjoe and Nicole Ari Parker met while working on the TV series "Soul Food," where they played love interests. Their on-screen romance turned into a real one, leading to their marriage in 2005. 

They married in an ancient 900-year-old church in Gundelfingen, Germany, making their wedding like a fairy tale. In their 17 years together, they have had two children, Sophie and Nicolas Neruda Kodjoe. Their lasting relationship inspires many, showing their commitment to each other and their family. 

Sophie Tei Naaki Lee Kodjoe is Diagnosed With Spina Bifida 

Sophie Tei Naaki Lee Kodjoe was born with spina bifida, a medical condition that affects the development of the spine and spinal cord. It potentially causes issues with the legs, bladder, and bowel in infants and children.  

To address their daughter's condition,  Boris Kodjoe and Nicole Ari Parker set up the Sophie's Voice Foundation. It aims to increase awareness and support for spina bifida and other congenital disorders.  

As the foundation grew, it broadened its reach to embrace a variety of causes. In 2019, it was renamed the Kodjoe Family Foundation, to reflect a wider scope of interests and in line with Sophie's wish not to be solely identified by her medical condition.  

Boris and Nicole have been open about Sophie's journey with spina bifida, using their public influence to promote understanding and research into the condition. 

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