Jennifer Gareis

Jennifer Gareis, born on August 1, 1970, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, is a distinguished American actress and former beauty queen. She first captured public attention by winning the title of Miss New York USA in 1994, where she made a significant impact by placing in the Top 6 at the Miss USA pageant.

Her foray into acting commenced with supporting roles in notable films, including *The Mirror Has Two Faces* (1996) and *Private Parts* (1997). Over the years, Gareis solidified her presence in Hollywood with performances in popular movies such as *Miss Congeniality* (2000), *Boat Trip* (2002), and *The 6th Day* (2000).

On the small screen, she is best known for her portrayal of Grace Turner in the long-running soap opera *The Young and the Restless* from 1997 to 2014. Since 2006, she has been captivating audiences as Donna Logan on *The Bold and the Beautiful*, a role that earned her a Daytime Emmy nomination in 2024.

In addition to her acting career, Gareis has made her mark in the modeling industry, gracing the pages of prominent magazines like Glamour and Esquire. Academically, she is well-versed, holding a degree in accounting from Franklin & Marshall College and an MBA from Pepperdine University. Jennifer is married to Bobby Ghassemieh and is the proud mother of two children.