**Early Life and Personal Life**:
– Jessica Seinfeld, born Nina Sklar, grew up in Oyster Bay, New York, in a middle-class Jewish household in Burlington, Vermont.
– Her mother worked as a Victims Service Advocate for over 50 years, while her father was a computer software engineer.
– She is the middle child among three daughters.
– Jessica Seinfeld is married to comedian Jerry Seinfeld, and they have three children: Sascha, Julian, and Shepherd.
– Details of her kosher wedding and family life have been covered in various publications.
**Career and Philanthropic Work**:
– After graduating from the University of Vermont, Seinfeld worked in public relations for companies like Golden Books Entertainment and Tommy Hilfiger.
– In 2001, she founded Baby Buggy, which has donated over six million items to New York families in need.
– Baby Buggy, now known as the Good Plus Foundation, partners with over 50 community-based organizations and received a Four Star rating from Charity Navigator in 2013.
– About $2 million of Baby Buggy’s budget comes from in-kind product donations.
– Seinfeld’s collaborations with Target for charitable clothing lines have been notable contributions.
**Cookbooks and Veganism**:
– Jessica Seinfeld has authored several cookbooks, including ‘Deceptively Delicious,’ ‘Double Delicious!,’ and ‘The Can’t Cook Book.’
– Her cookbooks focus on making healthy food appealing to children.
– In 2021, she adopted a plant-based diet and authored a vegan cookbook.
**Media Coverage and Public Image**:
– Jessica Seinfeld has been featured in The New York Times, ABC News, Oprah Winfrey show, Huffington Post, and People magazine for her charity work and advocacy.
– Her charity work has been recognized by Charity Navigator, and she is known for her approachable cookbook style and community service projects.
– Seinfeld’s positive public image stems from her support for families in need through the Good Plus Foundation and her advocacy for veganism.
**Legal Cases and Do it Delicious Platform**:
– Jessica Seinfeld has been involved in legal cases related to plagiarism, defamation, and cookbook content, successfully defending against lawsuits.
– Notable victories include cases against The Sneaky Chef.
– In addition to her legal battles, she launched the Do it Delicious website in 2010, providing guides on preparing dishes, a kitchen guide, store, blog, and community forum for beginner cooks to engage, share tips, and ask questions.
Jessica Seinfeld (/ˈsaɪnfɛld/; SYNE-feld, born Nina Danielle Sklar; September 12, 1971) is an American author. She has released five cookbooks about preparing food for families, and is the founder of the GOOD+ Foundation (formerly Baby Buggy), a New York City-based charitable organization that provides essential items for families in need throughout New York City. She is married to comedian Jerry Seinfeld.
Jessica Seinfeld | |
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Seinfeld at the 2012 premiere of What to Expect When You're Expecting in New York | |
Born | Nina Danielle Sklar September 12, 1971 Oyster Bay, New York, U.S. |
Alma mater | University of Vermont |
Occupation(s) | Author, philanthropist |
Years active | 1996–present |
Spouses | |
Children | 3 |