
Belle Knox (born Miriam Weeks, 1995) is the former film actress, Duke University student, and free-speech activist who became a global media sensation in 2014 when her career was outed on campus. Knox was born June 6, 1995, in San Antonio, Texas, to an Indian-American Catholic family—her father an Army doctor, mother a homemaker. As of 2026, she is 31 years old, her Gemini duality reflected in her scholar persona.
Personal Details
| Full Name | Miriam Weeks (Belle Knox) |
| Nickname | The Duke Star |
| Profession | Civil rights lawyer, author, adult actress |
| Date of Birth | 6 June 1995 |
| Age (as of 2026) | 31 |
| Birthplace | San Antonio, Texas, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Friends | Nbnabunny |
| Religion | Catholic (lapsed) |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
| Current Residence | Brooklyn, New York, USA |
| Qualification | J.D. NYU Law; B.A. Duke |
Career
2014: Debuted with Facial Abuse at 18; outed in Duke Chronicle, faced death threats, but defended herself on Piers Morgan, The View. Starred in 50+ scenes.
Personal Life
Knox is single, lives with a rescue cat, Luna. She’s sober, practices yoga, and volunteers at worker shelters. Her parents reconciled after initial shock; she’s close with her younger brother.
Physical Appearance
| Height | 5’4” (163 cm) |
| Weight | 105 lbs (48 kg) |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Body Type | Petite |
| Measurements | 32B-24-34 |
Belle Knox Net Worth 2026
$1.8M – $2.5M USD
- Law salary ($190K)
- Podcast + speaking ($300K/year)
- Book advance (“The Duke Star”, 2024)
- Investments (Brooklyn condo, crypto)
Social Media Presence
- Instagram: @realbelleknox
- Twitter (X): @belle_knox





