Riann Steele

Riann Steele is a talented English actress known for her versatile performances across stage and screen. She honed her craft at the Arts Educational Schools in London, leading to a successful career that includes notable engagements with the Royal Shakespeare Company. Her stage credits feature acclaimed productions such as "A Midsummer Night's Dream," "Love's Labour's Lost," and "Hamlet," the latter of which was adapted into a BBC television film in 2009, where she shared the screen with David Tennant.

Steele transitioned to television with a prominent role as Nurse Lauren Minster in the medical drama "Holby City" from 2009 to 2010. Her film debut came in 2010 when she starred alongside Aidan Gillen in "Treacle Jr." The year 2012 marked a significant milestone in her career, as she portrayed Shaks in the gritty film "Sket" and took on the role of Queen Nefertiti in "Doctor Who" during its seventh series.

Her television credits further expanded with her role as Cleo, a therapist, in the Channel 4/Netflix comedy series "Lovesick," and as Sydney Halliday in four episodes of "NCIS: New Orleans" in its fourth season. Most recently, in 2021, Steele played Finola Jones in the NBC sci-fi drama "Debris," which was penned by J. H. Wyman. Her diverse body of work showcases her range and dedication to the art of acting.