Age: 45
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Uzoamaka Nwanneka "Uzo" Aduba is an American actress. She gained wide recognition for her role as Suzanne "Crazy Eyes" Warren on the Netflix original series Orange Is the New Black (2013–2019), for which she won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series in 2014, an Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series in 2015, and two SAG Awards for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Comedy Series in 2014 and 2015. She is one of only two actors to win an Emmy Award in both the comedy and drama categories for the same role. In 2020, Aduba played Shirley Chisholm in the Hulu miniseries Mrs. America, for which she won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited Series or Movie and the Critics' Choice Television Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Movie/Miniseries. Aduba has appeared in films including American Pastoral (2016), My Little Pony: The Movie (2017), Candy Jar (2018), Steven Universe: The Movie (2019), Miss Virginia (2019), National Champions (2021), and Lightyear (2022). In 2021, she starred in Lynn Nottage's play Clyde's on Broadway for which she was nominated for the Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play. Aduba stars in the 2025 Netflix series The Residence.
Uzo Aduba
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for Caryn Johnson in Shattered Glass: Breaking Barriers
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"Shattered Glass: Breaking Barriers" is a groundbreaking TV series that delves into the untold stories of actresses of color who defied the odds and shattered barriers throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. From the early pioneers of the 1900s to the trailblazers of today, each episode will highlight the struggles, triumphs, and contributions of these remarkable women in the entertainment industry. Through captivating storytelling and archival footage, viewers will be transported through time, witnessing the challenges faced by actresses of color as they fought against discrimination, stereotypes, and limited opportunities. From Hollywood icons like Dorothy Dandridge and Lena Horne to modern-day stars such as Viola Davis and Lupita Nyong'o, "Shattered Glass" will celebrate their resilience, talent, and enduring legacy. The series will explore pivotal moments in history, from the Civil Rights Movement to the #MeToo era, and how these actresses used their platforms to advocate for change and pave the way for future generations. Interviews with industry insiders, historians, and the actresses themselves will provide insightful commentary and personal anecdotes, offering viewers a comprehensive look at the impact of their groundbreaking work.
