Joanna Garcia Actress, Age, Height, Weight, Boyfriend, Net Worth 2026
JoAnna Garcia Swisher (born JoAnna Lynne Garcia) is an American actress known for her long-running television roles. She first gained attention as a teenager on Are You Afraid of the Dark? and later became widely recognized as Cheyenne Hart-Montgomery on the sitcom Reba (2001–2007).
JoAnna Lynne Garcia was born on August 10, 1979, in Tampa, Florida. She is 47 years old. Her father, Jay Garcia (1945–2019), was a Cuban-born gynecologist, and her mother, Loraine, was a homemaker and former elementary school teacher. She has a brother named Michael.
Garcia began her professional career as a child and teen actress. She played Sam on Are You Afraid of the Dark? (1994–1996) and had a recurring role as Vicki Appleby on the critically acclaimed series Freaks and Geeks (1999–2000). Early film credits included American Pie 2 and Not Another Teen Movie.
Her breakthrough came with the role of Cheyenne, Reba’s daughter, on the WB/CW sitcom Reba (2001–2007), which ran for six seasons. After the series ended she appeared in Privileged, Better with You, Animal Practice, and guest roles on various shows.
From 2013 to 2018 she portrayed Ariel (the Little Mermaid) on ABC’s Once Upon a Time. She later starred as Maddie Townsend in Netflix’s Sweet Magnolias, which began in 2020 and continued into subsequent seasons. Additional work includes Hallmark projects, the film Fist Fight, and hosting duties on Netflix’s The Ultimatum: Queer Love. She has also taken on producing and directing credits in later years.
Joanna Garcia Husband
JoAnna Garcia began dating Major League Baseball player Nick Swisher in 2009. They became engaged in 2010 and married on December 11, 2010, at The Breakers in Palm Beach, Florida. Bridesmaids included Reba McEntire and Melissa Peterman from the Reba cast.
The couple has two daughters: Emerson Jay Swisher (born May 2013) and Sailor Stevie Swisher (born June 2016). Nick Swisher, a World Series champion with the New York Yankees, retired from playing and has remained involved in baseball-related ventures. The family maintains a public yet grounded presence, often sharing updates about their life together.
Physical Appearance
Height
5’5″ (165 cm)
Hair Color
Brown / reddish tones
Eye Color
Green
Notable
Bright, approachable screen presence
Joanna Garcia Net Worth
JoAnna Garcia Swisher’s estimated net worth is approximately $8 million according to sources such as Celebrity Net Worth. Her earnings come primarily from long-running television series, film roles, hosting work, and related projects. Figures are estimates.
FAQs
How old is she?
She was born on August 10, 1979, and is 47 years old
Is she married?
Yes. She has been married to former MLB player Nick Swisher since 2010. They have two daughters.
