Adepero Oduye

Adepero Oduye’s versatile performances have earned her acclaim in the entertainment industry, showcasing her dedication and skill.

     Birthplace : Brooklyn, New York

     Age : January 11, 1978 (46 years old)

     Notable Achievements:

• Breakthrough Role in Pariah (2011):

        Adepero Oduye gained recognition for her exceptional performance in the critically acclaimed independent film Pariah (2011). In the movie, she portrayed the lead character, Alike, a young lesbian navigating her coming-of-age journey in Brooklyn. Oduye’s raw and emotionally charged portrayal garnered her numerous awards and a nomination for Best Female Lead at the Independent Spirit Awards.

• Acclaimed Performances in Major Films:
  Following her success in Pariah, Oduye continued to impress audiences with her remarkable performances in several high-profile films, including:
  – 12 Years a Slave (2013)
  – The Big Short (2015)
  – Widows (2018)
  
  
• Versatile Acting Career:
  Apart from her notable film work, Oduye has also established a successful career in theater. She has showcased her talent in productions such as Danai Gurira’s play Eclipsed and The Bluest Eye. Additionally, Oduye has made appearances on television shows like Law & Order.
  
  
• Recognition from Industry Peers:
  Oduye’s talent has been acknowledged by her fellow professionals in the industry. During her Golden Globe acceptance speech for The Iron Lady in 2011, Meryl Streep praised Oduye’s performance in Pariah as one of her favorites of the year.
  
  
• Commitment to Diverse Storytelling:
  Known for her dedication to diverse storytelling, Oduye actively seeks out projects that amplify the voices of underrepresented communities. This commitment is evident in the diverse range of roles she has taken on throughout her career.
  
  

  Awards:

• Independent Spirit Award for Best Female Lead: Oduye received the Independent Spirit Award for Best Female Lead for her outstanding performance in “Pariah” (2011).

   

• Black Reel Award for Best Actress: Her role in “Pariah” also earned her the Black Reel Award for Best Actress.

   

• NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture: Additionally, Oduye was honored with the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture for her work in “Pariah”.

     Extra Information:

         Family Background and Ethnicity:

• Adepero Oduye, born in 1978 in Brooklyn, New York, comes from Nigerian parents.