Thandiwe Newton was born on November 6, 1972 in Westminster, London.  She has earned multiple award nominations for her roles in films like Beloved and The Pursuit of Happyness, and is no stranger to big-budget films including Mission: Impossible 2 and Solo: A Star Wars Story.  Some of her recurring TV roles include Line of Duty, Big Mouth, and her Emmy-winning role as Maeve Millay in Westworld.

Let’s chat about Thandiwe Newton!  Any conversation is welcome but here are the usual prompt suggestions:

What was the first show/film you remember seeing her in?

What’s your favorite role of hers? Any favorite scenes or lines?

Are there any films or shows of hers that you’re still looking forward to watching?

What are some specific roles/types of roles or genres you’d like to see her take on in the future (or wish she had taken on)?