Anna Diop facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Anna Diop
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Diop in 2016
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Mame-Anna Diop
February 6, 1988 |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2006–present |
| Known for | Titans |
Mame-Anna Diop (born February 6, 1988) is an actress and model. She was born in Senegal, a country in West Africa. Anna is famous for her roles in TV shows like The Messengers and 24: Legacy. She is especially known for playing the superhero Kory Anders / Starfire in the popular series Titans. Anna also starred in the movie Nanny in 2022.
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About Anna Diop
Anna Diop was born in Dakar, Senegal. When she was six years old, her family moved to the United States. At 16, Anna moved to New York City. She wanted to start a career in acting and modeling.
Her first TV role was in 2006. She appeared in the show Everybody Hates Chris. After that, she had guest roles in other TV series. These included Lincoln Heights and Whitney.
Anna's Big Roles
In 2015, Anna Diop got a main role in the TV series The Messengers. She played a character named Rose Arvale. Later that year, she was also in the show Quantico. She also joined the cast of Greenleaf.
In 2017, Anna became a regular on the show 24: Legacy. She played Nicole Carter. This was another important step in her career.
Playing Starfire in Titans
One of Anna Diop's most famous roles is Starfire. She played this character in the superhero series Titans. The show aired from 2018 to 2023. Starfire is an alien princess and a powerful superhero. This role made Anna very well-known to fans of comic books and superhero shows.
In 2018, Anna also acted in the horror film Us. This movie was directed by Jordan Peele. In 2022, she starred in the film Nanny. This movie was a psychological thriller.
Awards and Recognition
On October 16, 2022, Anna Diop received a special honor. She was given the Spotlight Award. This award was presented at the Newport Beach Film Festival. It recognized her great acting talent.
Images for kids
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Diop in 2016
See also
In Spanish: Anna Diop para niños
