Nathalie Emmanuel

Nathalie Joanne Emmanuel, born on March 2, 1989, is a talented British actress known for her diverse roles across both stage and screen. She embarked on her acting journey in the late 1990s, showcasing her skills in various theatrical productions in London's West End, including the iconic musical The Lion King. Emmanuel transitioned to television in 2006, landing the role of Sasha Valentine in the popular soap opera Hollyoaks. This marked the beginning of her ascent in the entertainment industry, leading to appearances in several British TV shows before making her film debut in Twenty8k in 2012.

Her breakthrough came when she portrayed Missandei in the critically acclaimed HBO series Game of Thrones from 2013 to 2019, earning her international fame. Following this success, she took on significant roles in the Maze Runner franchise, starring in both Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials (2015) and Maze Runner: The Death Cure (2018). Emmanuel has also made her mark in the Fast & Furious franchise with roles in Furious 7 (2015), The Fate of the Furious (2017), F9 (2021), and Fast X (2023). Recently, she has stepped into lead roles, including in the Netflix film Army of Thieves (2021) and the upcoming Megalopolis (2024), solidifying her status as a rising star in Hollywood.