• Daniel Kaluuya was born on February 24, 1989, in London, England, to Ugandan parents.
• He gained international fame for his role as Chris Washington in the critically acclaimed film ‘Get Out’ (2017), which earned him an Academy Award nomination.
• Kaluuya won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of Fred Hampton in ‘Judas and the Black Messiah’ (2021).
• He was a cast member on the popular British television series ‘Skins’ (2007-2008), where he played the character Posh Kenneth.
• Kaluuya co-wrote and starred in the 2013 play ‘Holes’, which was produced at the Royal Court Theatre in London.
• He has collaborated with director Jordan Peele on multiple projects, including ‘Get Out’ and ‘Nope’ (2022).
• Daniel Kaluuya has also lent his voice to animated films, including ‘Sing’ (2016) and its sequel ‘Sing 2’ (2021).
• He starred in the Netflix film ‘Black Bottom’ (2020), which was directed by George C. Wolfe and showcased his versatility as an actor.
• Kaluuya has been recognized for his work with several awards, including a BAFTA for Rising Star in 2018.
• In addition to his acting career, he is known for his interest in social issues and has actively participated in discussions about race and representation in the film industry.
