Person Biography:
DeWanda Wise is a talented actress, screenwriter, and executive producer who has made a significant impact in the film, television, and theater industries. Born and raised in the United States, Wise graduated from New York University with honors as a double major in Drama and Urban Social and Cultural Analysis, with a minor in Community-based Theater and Performance.
Wise's breakout role came with the Netflix adaptation of Spike Lee's "She's Gotta Have It," where she played the iconic character Nola Darling. Her performance received widespread critical acclaim, with many praising her fiery, complex, and moving portrayal of the character. She won an African-American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) award for her work on the show.
Wise has also appeared in several films, including "Jurassic World Dominion," "Fatherhood," and "Someone Great." Her performances have been widely praised, with many noting her charisma, wit, and magnetism on screen. She has also written and executive produced several projects, including the short film "Where You Go," which premiered at Cannes in the "Short Film Corner."
In addition to her work in film and television, Wise has a strong background in theater. She has appeared in numerous stage productions, including "Fireflies," "Sunset Baby," and "In the Continuum." Her performances have been widely praised, with many noting her smoldering intensity and ability to bring depth and nuance to her characters.
Throughout her career, Wise has received numerous awards and accolades, including a Tisch Scholar Award, the Atlantic Achievement in Studio Award, and the BFA Representative of her graduating class of NYU's Tisch School of the Arts.
