Daniel Kaluuya’s nationality is British.
Daniel Kaluuya, a gifted actor hailing from Britain, earned fame for his compelling depiction of Fred Hampton, the Black Panther Party's leader in the movie Judas and the Black Messiah. The part brought him many awards, even an Oscar.
An actor of great range, Kaluuya isn't limited; he's graced screens in drama, comedy, even as the villain, in film and TV alike. But he does more, using his influence to highlight American racism, exposing the adversities and distress suffered by Blacks in prejudiced societies and organizations.
How old is Daniel Kaluuya?
Daniel Kaluuya is 34 years old. Born on February 24, 1989, in London, England, Kaluuya comes from Ugandan roots. He grew up in Camden Town in London, living with his mom on a council estate after his parents split. Growing up with an older sister, he attended Torriano Primary School, where his passion for drama and literature blossomed, leading him to write a play at the tender age of nine.
His mom's support inspired him to dip his toes into acting at Anna Scher Theater School nearby. Continuing his education, Kaluuya attended St Aloysius' College in Highgate and later enrolled in Camden School for Girls’ mixed semi-comprehensive sixth-form college. Here, he explored A-level subjects, including history, drama, and biology. This journey paved his way toward a thriving acting career.
How did Daniel Kaluuya become famous?
Daniel Kaluuya began his career with improv theater. His first big role was Reece in the BBC drama "Shoot the Messenger." As a teen, he wrote for the hit television show "Skins." He was one of the youngest to write hour-long episodes. He also acted in the show as Posh Kenneth.
Kaluuya guest-starred in lots of TV shows, too. He was in "Silent Witness," "Doctor Who," and "Lewis." He showed his funny side in "That Mitchell and Webb Look." From 2009 to 2011, he was Michael "Tea Leaf" Fry in the black comedy show "Psychoville."
In 2010, he achieved acclaim for his lead role in Roy Williams' play "Sucker Punch" at the Royal Court Theater in London. His talent shone in the short drama film "Baby," directed by Daniel Mulloy. This masterpiece snagged awards at Sundance Film Festival and Edinburgh International Film Festival.
The actor didn't stop there. He was seen in "Johnny English Reborn" in 2011, "Kick-Ass 2" in 2013, and "Sicario" in 2015. But his massive hit was in the film "Get Out" by Jordan Peele in 2017. His portrayal of Chris Washington in the film nabbed him an Oscar nomination.
In 2018, the Marvel Cinematic Universe welcomed Kaluuya in the role of W'Kabi in "Black Panther." He also rocked the screen in "Widows" and the mini-series "Watership Down" by BBC and Netflix. In 2019, he appeared in "Queen & Slim," a road trip-crime story.
FAQs
A. Daniel Kaluuya was born in London, England, to Ugandan parents and raised in a council estate in Camden Town by his mother.
A. Daniel Kaluuya is the British guy in Black Panther.
A. Yes, Daniel Kaluuya appeared in Doctor Who. He portrayed Barclay in the show.
