Jenny Shimizu
ActingAbout Jenny Shimizu
Jenny Lynn Shimizu is an American model and actress. Born in San Jose, California in June 1967, Jenny grew up in Santa Maria, California and attended California State University, Northridge on a basketball scholarship. She later moved to Los Angeles to open a car garage. Soon after, Jenny was approached by a casting director while saddling her motorcycle outside an L.A. nightclub and introduced to Calvin and Kelly Klein. The designers were looking for a singular, androgynous face to represent their new fragrance, CK One. She landed her first fashion show for Calvin Klein at the Hollywood Bowl, followed by the pioneering black and white ad campaign. To date, Jenny was ranked as one of the 10 Most Amazing Women in Show Business by Power Up and one of A Magazine's "100 Most Influential Asian Americans of the Decade 1989-1999" and the "Philadelphia International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival 2006 Lesbian Icon Award."
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jenny Shimizu reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 9 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Jenny Shimizu's filmography leans towards the Documentary genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 22% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jenny Shimizu remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Madonna: The Video Collection 93:99, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Jenny Shimizu Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jenny Shimizu's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jenny Shimizu.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Everybody Wants to Be Gen X | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | The Renegades | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | House of Cardin | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Bob's New Suit | Marlena | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Itty Bitty Titty Committee | Laurel | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | The New Women | Lemongrass | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Madonna: The Video Collection 93:99 | Production Assistant Girl (segment "Rain") | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | Foxfire | Goldie Goldman | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Bed, Bath and Beyond | - | Average | Similar → |
Jenny Shimizu - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jenny Shimizu?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jenny Shimizu is "Madonna: The Video Collection 93:99" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Jenny Shimizu acted in?
Jenny Shimizu has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Jenny Shimizu?
Other notable films include "House of Cardin", "Foxfire", and "Bed, Bath and Beyond".