Andi Osho

Andi Osho, hailing from Stratford in East London, began her journey in the performing arts at Sarah Bonnell Comprehensive School. She pursued her passion for drama at Barking College of Technology, alongside notable peers like Idris Elba and Razaaq Adoti. Further honing her skills, she studied TV production at Ravensbourne College of Design, subsequently working in various roles in post-production and broadcasting, including a position with Walt Disney Television International.

Andi’s transition to acting took shape after her time as a post-production supervisor on ITV's Night & Day, leading her to retrain at The Academy Drama School in London. Her stage debut occurred in 2003, and she quickly gained recognition for her performances at esteemed venues such as The Arts Theatre and Riverside Studios. Notably, her portrayal in Medea was described as "powerful" by Time Out, and she received acclaim for her role as jazz singer Dolly Rathebe in Who Killed Mr Drum? Additionally, her participation in Dael Orlandersmith’s Pulitzer-nominated play Yellowman culminated in a successful tour.

In 2007, Andi ventured into stand-up comedy, winning the prestigious Funny Women award and becoming a runner-up at Hackney Empire New Act of The Year. This success led to her appearances on popular panel shows like Mock the Week and Jack Dee Live at the Apollo, as well as three sold-out solo tours.

Andi made her film debut in Swinging with the Finkels (2011) alongside Martin Freeman and has authored works for BBC and The Times. In 2014, she produced Brit.i.am, a celebrated short film that garnered three awards, further showcasing her multifaceted talent in writing and producing. Recently, she completed her second short film, The Grid (2015), solidifying her status as a dynamic force in the entertainment industry.