Thandiwe Newton

Thandiwe Newton

Born:November 6, 1972

Place of Birth:London, England, UK

Known For:Acting

Biography

Melanie Thandiwe Newton, born on November 6, 1972, is a versatile British actress who has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry. Formerly credited as Thandie Newton, she has captivated audiences with her powerful performances in a wide range of roles across film and television.

One of Newton's most notable roles was portraying the character Nyah Nordoff-Hall in the action-packed film "Mission: Impossible 2" in 2000, where she showcased her talent for bringing complex characters to life on the big screen. Her portrayal of Christine in the critically acclaimed film "Crash" in 2004 earned her widespread recognition and critical acclaim for her compelling performance.

In addition to her film work, Newton has also made a mark on television with her role as Maeve Millay in the hit series "Westworld" from 2016 to 2022. Her portrayal of the complex and enigmatic character garnered her an Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series, solidifying her reputation as a powerhouse in the industry.

Newton's talent and dedication to her craft have not gone unnoticed, as she has been honored with prestigious awards such as a BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role and two Critics' Choice Awards. Her portrayal of various characters, ranging from historical figures like Condoleezza Rice in "W." to fictional personalities like Val in "Solo: A Star Wars Story," demonstrates her versatility and range as an actress.

In recognition of her contributions to film and charity, Newton was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the 2019 New Year Honours, underscoring her commitment to using her platform for positive impact beyond the screen.

Thandiwe Newton's career continues to flourish as she takes on new and challenging roles that showcase her talent and versatility as an actress. With a string of accolades and a reputation for delivering powerful performances, Newton remains a respected and admired figure in the world of entertainment.

From her early roles in films like "Beloved" to her recent work in projects like "Line of Duty," Newton's dedication to her craft and ability to inhabit a diverse array of characters have solidified her status as a beloved and influential figure in the industry.

As Thandiwe Newton continues to push boundaries and captivate audiences with her compelling performances, she cements her legacy as a trailblazer in the world of acting, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of viewers worldwide.

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Filmography

Acting

Mufasa: The Lion King

Mufasa: The Lion King

Eshe (voice)

2024

Mufasa, a cub lost and alone, meets a sympathetic lion named Taka, the heir to a royal bloodline. The chance meeting sets in motion an expansive journey of a group of misfits searching for their destiny.
The Pursuit of Happyness

The Pursuit of Happyness

Linda

2006

A struggling salesman takes custody of his son as he's poised to begin a life-changing professional career.
Mission: Impossible II

Mission: Impossible II

Nyah Hall

2000

With computer genius Luther Stickell at his side and a beautiful thief on his mind, agent Ethan Hunt races across Australia and Spain to stop a former IMF agent from unleashing a genetically engineered biological weapon called Chimera. This mission, should Hunt choose to accept it, plunges him into the center of an international crisis of terrifying magnitude.
2012

2012

Laura Wilson

2009

Dr. Adrian Helmsley, part of a worldwide geophysical team investigating the effect on the earth of radiation from unprecedented solar storms, learns that the earth's core is heating up. He warns U.S. President Thomas Wilson that the crust of the earth is becoming unstable and that without proper preparations for saving a fraction of the world's population, the entire race is doomed. Meanwhile, writer Jackson Curtis stumbles on the same information. While the world's leaders race to build "arks" to escape the impending cataclysm, Curtis struggles to find a way to save his family. Meanwhile, volcanic eruptions and earthquakes of unprecedented strength wreak havoc around the world.
Solo: A Star Wars Story

Solo: A Star Wars Story

Val

2018

Through a series of daring escapades deep within a dark and dangerous criminal underworld, Han Solo meets his mighty future copilot Chewbacca and encounters the notorious gambler Lando Calrissian.
Norbit

Norbit

Kate Thomas

2007

A mild-mannered guy who is engaged to a monstrous woman meets the woman of his dreams, and schemes to find a way to be with her.
Interview with the Vampire

Interview with the Vampire

Yvette

1994

A vampire relates his epic life story of love, betrayal, loneliness, and dark hunger to an over-curious reporter.
Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget

Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget

Ginger (voice)

2023

A band of fearless chickens flock together to save poultry-kind from an unsettling new threat: a nearby farm that's cooking up something suspicious.
Crash

Crash

Christine Thayer

2005

In post-Sept. 11 Los Angeles, tensions erupt when the lives of a Brentwood housewife, her district attorney husband, a Persian shopkeeper, two cops, a pair of carjackers and a Korean couple converge during a 36-hour period.
Reminiscence

Reminiscence

Emily 'Watts' Sanders

2021

Nicolas Bannister, a rugged and solitary veteran living in a near-future Miami flooded by rising seas, is an expert in a dangerous occupation: he offers clients the chance to relive any memory they desire. His life changes when he meets a mysterious young woman named Mae. What begins as a simple matter of lost and found becomes a passionate love affair. But when a different client's memories implicate Mae in a series of violent crimes, Bannister must delve through the dark world of the past to uncover the truth about the woman he fell for.
RocknRolla

RocknRolla

Stella

2008

When a Russian mobster sets up a real estate scam that generates millions of pounds, various members of London's criminal underworld pursue their share of the fortune. Various shady characters, including Mr One-Two, Stella the accountant, and Johnny Quid, a druggie rock-star, try to claim their slice.
All the Old Knives

All the Old Knives

Celia Harrison

2022

When the CIA discovers one of its agents leaked information that cost more than 100 people their lives, veteran operative Henry Pelham is assigned to root out the mole with his former lover and colleague Celia Harrison.
The Chronicles of Riddick

The Chronicles of Riddick

Dame Vaako

2004

After years of outrunning ruthless bounty hunters, escaped convict Riddick suddenly finds himself caught between opposing forces in a fight for the future of the human race. Now, waging incredible battles on fantastic and deadly worlds, this lone, reluctant hero will emerge as humanity's champion - and the last hope for a universe on the edge of annihilation.
Gringo

Gringo

Bonnie Soyinka

2018

An American businessman with a stake in a pharmaceutical company that's about to go public finds his life is thrown into turmoil by an incident in Mexico.
Shade

Shade

Tiffany

2003

Tiffany, Charlie and Vernon are con artists looking to up the ante from their typical scams. They figure a good way of doing this is taking down Dean "The Dean" Stevens, a well-known cardsharp, in a rigged game. However, they first need enough money to enter a game with Stevens, so they decide to strike a deal with fellow crook Larry Jennings to scam a local gangster -- which turns out to be a bad idea.
How to Lose Friends & Alienate People

How to Lose Friends & Alienate People

Self

2008

Sidney Young is a down-on-his-luck journalist. Thanks to a stint involving a pig and a glitzy awards ceremony, Sidney turns his fortunes around, attracting the attention of Clayton Harding, editor of New York-based glossy magazine 'Sharps', and landing the holy grail of journalism jobs. The Brit jets off to the Big Apple and moves from one blunder to the next.
Vanishing on 7th Street

Vanishing on 7th Street

Rosemary

2010

A mysterious global blackout yields countless populations to simply vanish, leaving only their clothes and possessions behind. A small handful of survivors band together in a dimly-lit tavern on 7th Street, struggling to combat the apocalyptic horror. Realizing they may in fact be the last people on earth, a dark shadow hones in on them alone.

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