Yanna McIntosh, a talented Canadian actress, hails from Jamaica, and has made a significant mark in the world of television, film, and theatre.
She embarked on her acting journey by pursuing a higher education at the University of Toronto, where she honed her craft.
Later, she took her skills to Harvard University, further solidifying her expertise in the field.
McIntosh's breakthrough role came in the medical drama Side Effects, which premiered in 1994.
Since then, she has appeared in numerous roles across both television and theatre, showcasing her versatility and range as an actress.
In 2011, her outstanding performance in Lynn Nottage's Pulitzer Prize-winning play Ruined earned her the Toronto Theatre Critics' Award for Best Actress.
Furthermore, in 2014, she received a nomination for the Canadian Screen Award for best actress in a television film or miniseries for her captivating portrayal of Cleopatra in Stratford Festival: Antony and Cleopatra, which premiered in 2015.
