Lupita Nyong’o Biography
Lupita Amondi Nyong’o is a Kenyan-mexican actress and model.Amondi has received several accolades including an Academy Award and nominations for two Primetime Emmy Awards and a Tony Award.
She was born in Mexico City where her father was teaching but was raised in Kenya.
Lupita made her acting debut with the short film East River.She attended college in the USA.
Nyong’o holds duel citizenship Kenyan and Mexican.Her father is a prominent politician in Kenya.Lupita is vocal about preventing sexual harassment.Amondi was named the most beautiful woman by the people.
With her portrayal as Nakia in the Marvel Cinematic Universe superhero movies Black Panther and its sequel as well as her lead part in Jordan Peele’s horror movie Us, Nyong’o’s career advanced.
Nyong’o is an advocate for historic preservation in addition to acting. She speaks out against sexual harassment and promotes women’s, animal, and environmental rights. She was awarded the most attractive lady of 2014 by People.
Sulwe, a children’s book Nyong’o penned in 2019, shot to the top of the New York Times Best-Seller list. For narrating two episodes of the docuseries Serengeti, she was also nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Narrator. Nyong’o was recognized by Forbes in 2020 as one of Africa’s 50 Most Powerful Women.
Lupita Nyong’o Age
How old is Nyong’o?Nyong’o is 40 years old as of 2023 .She was born on 1 March 1983 in Mexico city.
Lupita Nyong’o Height
She stands at average height of 5 feet 5 inches and has a moderate weight of 54 kg.
Lupita Nyong’o Family
Her parents are Dorothy Ogada Buyu and Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o a college professor.She is of Luo descent on both sides of her family.
Lupita Nyong’o Boyfriend
She is currently dating Selema Masekela who has done some acting and singing in his career.
Lupita Nyong’o Net worth
Amondi has an estimated net worth of $10 million .