Thandie Newton

Name: Thandie Newton
Place of Birth: Zambia
Date of Birth: November 6, 1972
Residency: London, England
Nationality: British-Zambian
Occupation: Actress
Background info: Moved from Zambia to London when she was 11, then attended in London’s Art Educational School and studied modern dance.
How she became famous: Has starred in many well-known movies including ‘Crash’ (2004), ‘Mission Impossible II’ (2000), ‘The Chronicles of Riddick’ (2004) and ‘he Pursuit of Happiness’ (2006).
Biggest achievement: Won the BAFTA Film Award for best supporting actress from ‘Crash’ (2004), Black Reel Awards 2006, Empire Awards 2006, and London Critics Circle Film Awards 2006 and also received another 15 nominations.