Uzo Aduba

Uzo Aduba gained fame for her Emmy-winning role as Suzanne "Crazy Eyes" Warren in "Orange Is the New Black", showcasing her exceptional acting skills and captivating audiences with her complex character portrayal.

TV Actress

February 10, 1981

Aquarius

44

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Uzo Aduba is an award-winning actress best known for her portrayal of Suzanne “Crazy Eyes” Warren in the hit Netflix series “Orange Is the New Black,” for which she received two Primetime Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe Award. With a career spanning over two decades, Aduba has showcased her versatility across stage, television, and film.

Born in Boston, Massachusetts, Aduba studied classical voice and competed in track and field while attending Boston University. She later graduated from the New York University Tisch School of the Arts Graduate Acting Program.

Aduba’s breakthrough role came in 2013 with “Orange Is the New Black,” where her captivating performance earned critical acclaim and numerous accolades. Since then, she has starred in notable projects such as “The Wiz Live!” (2015), “American Pastoral” (2016), “Miss Virginia” (2019), and “In Treatment” (2021).

In addition to her acting achievements, Aduba is an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and has been involved in various charitable organizations. She is married to filmmaker Robert Sweeting, and the couple welcomed a daughter in 2021.

Beyond her acting prowess, Aduba is a multi-talented artist. She is a gifted singer, having performed in musicals like “Godspell” and “Rent,” and a skilled dancer trained in ballet, tap, and jazz.

With her exceptional talent and unwavering dedication, Uzo Aduba continues to captivate audiences and leave an indelible mark on the entertainment industry.