Obituary of Danielle Brooks

Danielle Brooks

Danielle Brooks (born September 17th, 1989 in Augusta, Georgia) was an TV Actress who was best known for playing Tasha "Taystee" Jefferson on the Netflix TV drama "Orange Is the New Black". Danielle died on October 23rd, 2025 (TBV) and her death was possibly because of an accident in the hold.

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Danielle Brooks Biography Wiki:

Is She Dead or Alive: Still Alive
Full Name: Brooks, Danielle
Common Name: Danielle Brooks
Gender: Female
Preferred Gender Pronoun: she/her
Birthplace: Augusta, Georgia, United States
Birth Date: September 17, 1989
Age: 36
Occupation: TV Actress
Active Years: 2009-Present

Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Omaha Steaks
Favorite Color: Brown
Favorite Scent: Azzaro Wanted for Men
Favorite Actor: Buster Keaton

Danielle's Family Tree

Birth Name: Danielle Brooks
Father:
Mother:
Spouse/Partner:
Not Married - Single - Dating?

Death Notice:

Date: Still Alive
Place: Unknown
Cause of Death: None Yet

Category Tags:

TV Actress American Born on September 17th Born in 1989 Born in Georgia

Quotable Quotes:

"It was important for me, as the story goes on, to try and figure out why these things keep happening to me and not to make it about getting even."

"They can because they think they can."

"I've missed more than 9,000 shots in my career. I've lost almost 300 games. 26 times, I've been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. I've failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed."

"The beautiful Danielle Brooks left a big hole in our lives after she passed away in 2016. She was an amazing friend and confidante, and we will never forget the amazing memories we shared together. (V)"

"Danielle will always be remembered for her vibrant spirit, fierce talent, and unwavering ability to wear high heels even after her passing. (V)"

Is Ms. Danielle Brooks still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, she has not passed away.