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By Orgate-Hamilton

Updated 18 March 2023

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Desc	Zawe Ashton at the 2013 British Comedy Awards, 12 December 2013
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British actress

Zawe Ashton is ...

Alive

Born	21 July 1984 in London Borough of Hackney
Age	38 years, 9 months

Sex or gender	female
Country of citizenship	United Kingdom
Birth name	Zawedden Ashton
Occupation	actor, playwright, writer, film actor, stage actor and screenwriter
Twitter username	ZaweAshton
Instagram username	zawe
Educated at	Manchester Metropolitan University, Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School, City and Islington College and Manchester School of Theatre

About Zawe Ashton

Zawe Ashton: The Bold and Fearless Actress Taking Hollywood by Storm

Zawe Ashton was born on July 21, 1984, in Hackney, London. She is a British actress, playwright, and director who has made a name for herself in the entertainment industry with her bold and fearless performances.

Ashton's acting career began in 2007 when she landed a role in the British drama series "Holby City." She then went on to star in several other British TV shows, including "Misfits," "Fresh Meat," and "Not Safe for Work."

In 2019, Ashton made her Hollywood debut in the Marvel blockbuster "Captain Marvel," where she played the role of a Skrull named "Minn-Erva." Her performance in the film was praised by critics and audiences alike, and it opened doors for her in the American film industry.

Ashton's most notable role to date is in the Netflix series "Velvet Buzzsaw," where she plays the ambitious art gallery assistant "Josephina." Her performance in the series was described as "mesmerizing" and "brilliant" by critics.

Aside from acting, Ashton is also a talented playwright and director. In 2011, she wrote and starred in the play "For all the Women Who Thought They Were Mad," which was performed at the Hackney Empire Theatre in London. The play received critical acclaim and was later adapted into a book.

Ashton's fearlessness and willingness to take on challenging roles have made her a rising star in the entertainment industry. She has been described as "one of the most exciting actresses of her generation" by The Guardian.

In an interview with The Independent, Ashton spoke about her approach to acting, saying, "I'm interested in playing characters that are complex and challenging. I want to push myself as an actress and take on roles that scare me."

Ashton's talent and dedication to her craft have earned her a place among the most promising actresses in Hollywood. With several upcoming projects in the works, including the film "Betty," she is poised to continue making waves in the entertainment industry for years to come.

References:

1. "Zawe Ashton: 'I'm interested in playing characters that are complex and challenging'" - The Independent

2. "Zawe Ashton: 'I'm not interested in being a poster girl for anyone'" - The Guardian

3. "Zawe Ashton: The British actress taking Hollywood by storm