Janelle Monáe movies

Last Modified Dec 1, 2023 08:45 GMT
Janelle Monáe movies
Source- Janelle Monáe’s Instagram page

American singer-songwriter and rapper Janelle Monáe Robinson has made sure to leave a deep imprint on the hearts of her fans through her bustling career. Monáe began her career as a singer in 2003 via her demo album titled The Audition. She began gaining recognition in 2007 after her conceptual EP titled Metropolis: Suite I (The Chase) was released.

The EP was a massive win for the singer after it went on to peak at number two on the US Top Heatseekers chart. Monae is one of the A-lister faces of the music industry. However, the singer is also a well-known actress. She made her debut by voicing the character ‘Dr. Monae” in Rio 2. After which she worked in the Oscar-winning film Moonlight. The singer-turned-actress has also worked in various TV shows.

List of all the movies Janelle Monáe has worked in

List of all the movies Janelle Monáe has worked in
Source- Janelle Monáe’s Instagram page

Although Janelle Monáe has worked in more TV show-based projects, the singer-turned-actress has made her name in the Hollywood industry for her work in many film projects too. She began her acting venture by being a voice actor in Blue Sky Studios’ Rio 2.

The list of all the movies she has worked in and when they were released are mentioned below:

  • Rio 2 (2014)

  • Moonlight (2016)

  • Hidden Figures (2016)

  • Dirty Computer (2018)

  • Welcome to Marwen (2018)

  • UglyDolls (2019)

  • Harriet Marie Buchanon (2019)

  • Lady and the Tramp (2019)

  • The Glorias (2020)

  • Antebellum (2020)

  • Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery (2022)

Did Janelle Monáe win any awards for her acting?

Did Janelle Monáe win any awards for her acting?
Source- Janelle Monáe’s Instagram page

Although the singer has been nominated multiple times and won numerous accolades over the years for many things, the singer has yet to bag her first award when it comes to acting in a film. In 2022, Monáe won her first Children's and Family Emmy Awards for Outstanding Short Form Program for her role in the TV series We the People.

For her role as engineer Mary Jackson in the film Hidden Figures, the actress was nominated for Critics' Choice Movie Award for Best Supporting Actress. However, she did not end up winning it.

What role did Janelle Monáe play in Moonlight?

What role did Janelle Monáe play in Moonlight?
Source- Janelle Monáe’s Instagram page

Janelle Monáe played the role of Teresa, the girlfriend of Juan, a drug dealer who becomes a father figure to the lead character Chiron. The 2016 Oscar-winning American coming-of-age drama film Moonlight was claimed to be one of the best films of the 21st century. Directed by Barry Jenkinsime the film is based on Tarell Alvin McCraney's unpublished semi-autobiographical play titled “In Moonlight Black Boys Look Blue”

The film revolves around the life of Chiron, the lead character who deals with difficulties when it comes to his sexuality and identity which include physical and emotional abuse over his entire period of life. The film is set in three stages of the lead character’s life. The film was released on October 21, 2016, and was a massive success at the box office.

FAQs

A. No, Janelle Monáe is not married as of 2023.

A. Janelle Monáe is 37 years old. She was born on December 1, 1985.

A. Janelle Monáe hails from Kansas City, Kansas, U.S.

A. Yes, Janelle Monáe identifies as a non-binary person.

Related Stories

Rice Krispies Treats to release 2 new salty snacks: Price, availability, and item details explored Rice Krispies Treats to release 2 new salty snacks: Price, availability, and item details explored
Rice Krispies Treats to release 2 new salty snacks: Price, availability, and item details explored
7-Eleven introduces new Southland Reserve Cold Brew Tea Lineup: All you need to know about the latest launch 7-Eleven introduces new Southland Reserve Cold Brew Tea Lineup: All you need to know about the latest launch
7-Eleven introduces new Southland Reserve Cold Brew Tea Lineup: All you need to know about the latest launch
1d
Why were the Tostitos Chips recalled? Reasons explained Why were the Tostitos Chips recalled? Reasons explained
Why were the Tostitos Chips recalled? Reasons explained
1d
Steph Curry teams up with Michelle Obama to release a healthy sports drink: Price, availability, and more details explored Steph Curry teams up with Michelle Obama to release a healthy sports drink: Price, availability, and more details explored
Steph Curry teams up with Michelle Obama to release a healthy sports drink: Price, availability, and more details explored
What are argyle socks? Luigi Mangione receives a heart-shaped note smuggled inside a pair What are argyle socks? Luigi Mangione receives a heart-shaped note smuggled inside a pair
What are argyle socks? Luigi Mangione receives a heart-shaped note smuggled inside a pair
"Absolutely insane": YouTuber CoffeeZilla slams Trevor Milton after Nikola founder gets pardoned by President Trump "Absolutely insane": YouTuber CoffeeZilla slams Trevor Milton after Nikola founder gets pardoned by President Trump
"Absolutely insane": YouTuber CoffeeZilla slams Trevor Milton after Nikola founder gets pardoned by President Trump
15h
"No remorse, no release"— Internet reacts to Texas denying parole to Yolanda Saldívar, convicted for killing Selena Quintanilla "No remorse, no release"— Internet reacts to Texas denying parole to Yolanda Saldívar, convicted for killing Selena Quintanilla
"No remorse, no release"— Internet reacts to Texas denying parole to Yolanda Saldívar, convicted for killing Selena Quintanilla
1d
Powerball Winning Numbers for March 26 draw revealed as jackpot climbs to $483 million Powerball Winning Numbers for March 26 draw revealed as jackpot climbs to $483 million
Powerball Winning Numbers for March 26 draw revealed as jackpot climbs to $483 million
Who was Marquis Floyd? Lion King cast member tragically passes away Who was Marquis Floyd? Lion King cast member tragically passes away
Who was Marquis Floyd? Lion King cast member tragically passes away
Will the SEC charge Haliey Welch in cryptocurrency rug pull controversy? Viral Hawk Tuah girl addresses legal proceedings Will the SEC charge Haliey Welch in cryptocurrency rug pull controversy? Viral Hawk Tuah girl addresses legal proceedings
Will the SEC charge Haliey Welch in cryptocurrency rug pull controversy? Viral Hawk Tuah girl addresses legal proceedings
15h
Sportskeeda logo
Close menu
WWE
WWE
NBA
NBA
NFL
NFL
MMA
MMA
Tennis
Tennis
NHL
NHL
Golf
Golf
MLB
MLB
Soccer
Soccer
F1
F1
WNBA
WNBA
More
More
bell-icon Manage notifications