The untold truth of Jameela Jamil

Jameela Jamil, the actress who plays the ultra-sophisticated Tahani on the hit NBC show The Good Place, is a star on the rise. She was one of the breakout actors of the popular sitcom, whose cast includes big names like Kristen Bell and Ted Danson. Fans quickly fell in love with her character's name-dropping ways and her superficial diva attitude that masked a vulnerable and caring soul.

Jamil isn't just making waves because of her role on The Good Place, though. The star has also become something of a social media sensation who is quick to comment on social justice issues. While she might be new on this side of the pond, Jamil has actually been in show business in her native England for quite some time. Here's everything you need to know about Jameela Jamil, from her early childhood and career in the United Kingdom to her time taking Hollywood by storm