David Oyelowo

David Oyelowo, born on April first, nineteen seventy-six, is a distinguished British actor, director, and producer known for his remarkable contributions to film and television. His career is marked by a series of accolades, including a Critics' Choice Award and two NAACP Image Awards, alongside nominations for three Golden Globe Awards, two Primetime Emmy Awards, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and a BAFTA Award. In recognition of his services to drama, he was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in two thousand sixteen.

Oyelowo gained widespread acclaim for his portrayal of Martin Luther King Jr. in the biographical drama film Selma, released in two thousand fourteen. His performance in the HBO film Nightingale, also from the same year, further solidified his reputation as a talented actor. He has received praise for his roles in notable films such as The Butler, A United Kingdom, and Queen of Katwe, showcasing his versatility and depth as an actor.

In addition to his film work, Oyelowo has made significant contributions to television. He portrayed MI5 officer Danny Hunter in the British drama series Spooks from two thousand two to two thousand four and took on the role of Javert in the BBC miniseries Les Misérables in two thousand eighteen. His voice work includes the character Agent Alexsandr Kallus in the Lucasfilm Animation series Star Wars Rebels, which aired from two thousand fourteen to two thousand eighteen, and he currently stars in and co-produces the Paramount+ western series Lawmen: Bass Reeves, set to premiere in two thousand twenty-three.