Naomie Harris

Naomie Melanie Harris OBE (born 6 September 1976) is a critically acclaimed English actress who began her career as a child, starting with her appearance in the television series 'Simon and the Witch' in 1987. She has a diverse filmography, with standout roles such as Selena in the zombie film '28 Days Later', Tia Dalma in the 'Pirates of the Caribbean' series, Winnie Mandela in 'Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom', and Frances Barrison / Shriek in the film 'Venom: Let There Be Carnage'. Harris has a notable role in the James Bond franchise, where she portrays Moneypenny in films such as 'Skyfall', 'Spectre', and 'No Time to Die'.

In 2016, Harris' performance in the film 'Moonlight' earned her several accolades, including nominations for the Golden Globe, BAFTA, and Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. Harris was also appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the 2017 New Year Honours for her contributions to drama. Off the screen, Harris was born and raised in London by her mother Carmen Harris, who emigrated from Jamaica. She has two younger half-siblings. After studying at the Anna Scher Theatre, Harris pursued her degree at Pembroke College, Cambridge, and received her training at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School.