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John Boyega

John Boyega

22 titles Acting Mar 17, 1992 Peckham, London, England, UK

John Adedayo Bamidele Adegboyega, better known as John Boyega, is a talented British actor and producer born on March 17, 1992. He first captured the attention of audiences in the UK with his performance as a teenage gang leader in the 2011 comedy horror film, *Attack the Block*. Boyega's career took off on an international scale when he landed the role of Finn in *Star Wars: The Force Awakens* (2015). His involvement in the *Star Wars* sequel trilogy, released in 2017 and 2019, solidified his status as a rising star in Hollywood, earning him the BAFTA Rising Star Award in 2016, as well as the Trophée Chopard at the same year’s Cannes Film Festival.

In 2020, Boyega's career reached new heights when he won a Golden Globe Award for his compelling portrayal of Leroy Logan in *Red, White and Blue*, part of Steve McQueen's acclaimed anthology series *Small Axe*. Following this success, he took on the role of King Ghezo in the historical action drama *The Woman King* (2022) and appeared as a drug dealer in the mystery film *They Cloned Tyrone* (2023). Boyega continues to be a dynamic presence in the film industry, showcasing his versatility and passion for storytelling.

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