Birgundi Angel Baker, professionally known as Birgundi Baker, is an American actress, singer, and dancer. She earned prominence for her recurring role as Kiesha Williams on the Showtime drama series The Chi (2018–present, spanning multiple seasons, including Season 8 in 2025).
Essential Data
- Full Name: Birgundi Angel Baker
- Stage Name: Birgundi Baker
- Born: March 6, 1992
- Age: 34 years old
- Birthplace: Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
- Nationality: American
- Ethnicity: African-American
- Occupation: Actress, Singer, Dancer
- Height: 1.65 m
- Religion: Christianity
- Parents: Mr. Baker and Mrs. Baker
- Siblings: Three
- Spouse: Unknown
- Children: Two
- Relationship: Single
- Net Worth: $1 million USD
Early Life and Education
Birgundi Angel Baker was born on March 6, 1992, in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States. She was raised by her parents, Mr. Baker and Mrs. Baker, in a large family environment, where the arts were prominent, inspiring her early interest in performing.
She grew up with three sisters. Her ethnicity is African-American, and her religion is Christianity. At age 9, she became a Kraft “Blue Box Kid” in a national commercial, giving her first taste of professional work by flying to Florida for shoots.
She attended Howard University, initially majoring in dance, before switching to the Musical Theatre Program and graduating. This training in acting, singing, and dance laid the foundation for her career, leading her to move to Chicago in search of opportunities and to sign with Gray Talent Group after a showcase.
Career
Birgundi Baker began her professional journey after college, signing with an agency following the Chicago Launch Showcase.
She broke into television with recurring roles, including Teen Carol on Empire and Lizzy on Heathers. Her standout role was as Kiesha Williams on The Chi, where she appeared in over 70 episodes across seasons, earning praise for her authentic portrayal.
She has credits in Black Lightning and other projects, totaling over 15 onscreen roles. Beyond acting, she sings (releasing music such as “Hate Love”), dances, and engages in philanthropy through the Black Missing Foundation to aid missing Black girls.
She also owns a Duck Donuts location, blending entertainment with entrepreneurship.
Social Media
- Instagram: @birgundi_baker
- TikTok: @birgundi_baker
- X (Twitter): @BirgundiBaker
Personal Life
Birgundi Baker is 34 years old and stands 1.65 m tall. She is currently single with no publicly known current boyfriend or husband.
She has two children, including a daughter (around 10 years old as of recent mentions), whom she raises while balancing her career and family responsibilities.
Past relationships are not publicly detailed, and she maintains privacy around her personal life, often sharing glimpses of motherhood and community involvement.
Net Worth
Birgundi Baker’s net worth is estimated at $1 million USD. Her income primarily comes from acting salaries and residuals from long-running series like The Chi on Showtime; music releases, brand collaborations, and endorsements tied to her social media presence; and business ownership.
Filmography
- 30 Miles from Nowhere
- Hala
- The Last Shift
- Circuit
- Block Party
- Praise This
- 333
Television
- Empire
- Chicago Med
- Station 19
- Tales
- Black Lightning
- The Chi