Jillian Hervey

Jillian Kristin Hervey (born June 19, 1989) is an American dancer, singer, and member of the group Lion Babe. She is the daughter of Ramon Hervey II and Vanessa Williams, a singer, actress, and former Miss America. Hervey is also the niece of actor Chris Williams and the great-great-great-granddaughter of William A. Feilds, an African-American who was elected to the Tennessee House of Representatives. Her African-American heritage is mixed with English, Welsh, Irish, Finnish, Italian, French, and Portuguese descent. Hervey was raised Catholic and grew up in Chappaqua, New York. She has made remarks about being the only black girl in her neighborhood during her upbringing.