Danai Gurira
Actor · Writer · Story · Executive Producer
Born Feb 14, 1978 · Grinnell, Iowa, USA
Active 1990–present · Awards: OkayAfrica 100 Women, OkayAfrica 100 Women, honorary degree from Spelman College, Obie Award, TIME100 Impact Awards, Outer Critics Circle Award, Helen Hayes Award, Method Fest Independent Film Festival
Danai Jekesai Gurira (/dəˈnaɪ ɡʊˈrɪərə/; born February 14, 1978) is a Zimbabwean-American actress, playwright, and activist.
Filmography
Matchbox: The Movie (2026) — HelenThe Thomas Crown Affair (2027)Here Comes the FloodAvengers: Infinity War (2018) — OkoyeAvengers: Endgame (2019) — OkoyeThe Walking Dead (2010) — Michonne HawthorneINVINCIBLE (2021) — Universa (voice)Black Panther (2018) — OkoyeWhat If...? (2021) — Okoye (voice)Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022) — OkoyeLie to Me (2009) — Michelle RussoTinker Bell and the Legend of the NeverBeast (2014) — Fury (voice)The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live (2024) — Michonne · Story · Executive Producer · Writer · CreatorLaw & Order (1990) — Courtney OwensAll Eyez on Me (2017) — Afeni ShakurGhost Town (2008) — Assorted GhostLaw & Order: Criminal Intent (2001) — Marei Rosa RumbidzaiThe Visitor (2008) — ZainabMy Soul to Take (2010) — Jeanne-BaptisteLife on Mars (2008) — AngelaThe Robot Chicken Walking Dead Special: Look Who's Walking (2017) — Michonne (voice)Mother of George (2013) — Adenike Olumide Balogen3 Backyards (2010) — Woman in Blue DressRestless City (2012) — Sisi