Nicole Beharie

Nicole Beharie is an acclaimed American actress and singer. Her body of work is extensive and varied, with performances spanning a variety of genres, including drama, psychological drama, biographical sports drama, and independent drama. Her acting career commenced in earnest in 2008 with her role in the drama American Violet. Following her impressive debut, she has starred in other notable films, such as Shame (2011), 42 (2013), and Miss Juneteenth (2020). Her deft portrayal of various characters of depth has led to her recognition as a versatile performer.

In addition to her film career, Beharie also made a mark in the television landscape. She is perhaps best known for her role in the Fox supernatural drama series Sleepy Hollow, where she remained a key player from 2013 to 2016. She followed up her stint on this series with an appearance on the Netflix anthology series Black Mirror in 2019. Come 2023, she made waves with her character on the Apple TV+ drama series The Morning Show, garnering her a nomination for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series. Beyond the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, Beharie boasts of a unique upbringing, having lived in various countries due to her father's role in the United States Foreign Service. Despite her nomadic childhood, she remained grounded in her love for performing, honing her craft at the revered Juilliard School, where she was a recipient of a Shakespeare scholarship.