Angela Bassett

Angela Bassett, born on August 16, 1958, is a celebrated American actress whose career spans film, television, and stage since the 1980s. Renowned for her powerful performances, she has garnered numerous accolades, including an Emmy Award and two Golden Globe Awards, alongside nominations for two Academy Awards. In 2023, she was recognized by Time magazine as one of the 100 most influential people in the world and received an Academy Honorary Award.

Her breakthrough role came in 1993 when she portrayed the iconic singer Tina Turner in the biopic 'What's Love Got to Do with It,' a performance that earned her a Golden Globe Award and an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress. Bassett's impressive filmography includes notable works such as 'Boyz n the Hood' (1991), 'Malcolm X' (1992), and 'Waiting to Exhale' (1995), showcasing her versatility across various genres.

In the following years, she continued to shine in both supporting and leading roles, appearing in films like 'Notorious' (2009), 'Green Lantern' (2011), and the action-packed 'Olympus Has Fallen' (2013). Her portrayal of Queen Ramonda in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films, including 'Black Panther' (2018) and 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' (2022), further solidified her status as a leading actress, earning her another Golden Globe and an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress.

On television, Bassett has made significant contributions, notably as Katherine Jackson in the miniseries 'The Jacksons: An American Dream' (1992) and as Rosa Parks in 'The Rosa Parks Story' (2002), which earned her an Emmy nomination. Her work in the FX horror anthology series 'American Horror Story' garnered her additional Emmy nominations in 2014 and 2015. Since 2018, she has also taken on the role of LAPD patrol sergeant Athena Grant in the drama series '9-1-1,' where she serves as both producer and star.