Lupita Nyong'o

Lupita Amondi Nyong'o, born on March 1, 1983, is an exceptionally talented actress whose career boasts a multitude of accolades including an Academy Award and a Daytime Emmy Award. Born in Mexico City while her father was teaching there, she was raised in Kenya from age three and later moved to the United States to pursue education and her career in acting. Lupita's acting debut came in 2008 with a short film, East River, and she later returned to Kenya to star in the television series Shuga. Her breakthrough, however, came with her role as Patsey in 12 Years a Slave (2013) for which she won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. She has since taken on roles in films like Star Wars, The Jungle Book, and Black Panther. Beyond acting, Nyong'o actively supports historic preservation, women's rights, animal rights, and has even authored a best-selling children's book titled Sulwe. She was named one of Africa's 50 Most Powerful Women by Forbes in 2020, attesting to her influence both on and off the screen. Lupita's rich heritage and diverse experiences reflect in her craft, making her a globally celebrated icon in the film industry.