Constance Wu is an American actress best known for her role as Jessica Huang in the popular television series Fresh Off the Boat. Born on March 22, 1982, in Richmond, Virginia, she graduated from Wesleyan University with a degree in drama. Wu gained widespread recognition for her performance in the series, which was notable for being one of the first network television shows to feature an Asian-American family. In addition to her television work, Wu starred in the critically acclaimed film Crazy Rich Asians in 2018, which was a significant cultural milestone for Asian representation in Hollywood. Her performance earned her several award nominations and helped solidify her status as a leading actress in the industry.