Bukky Bakray facts for kids
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Bukky Bakray
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Bakray at the British Independent Film Awards 2021
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| Born | 2002 (age 22–23) Hackney, London, England
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| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2019–present |
| Known for | Rocks (2019), You Don't Know Me (2022) |
| Awards | BAFTA Rising Star Award (2021) |
Bukky Bakray, born in 2002, is a talented British actress and writer. She became famous for her very first movie role in the film Rocks in 2019. When she was just 18 years old, Bukky made history! She became the youngest person ever to win the BAFTA Rising Star Award. She was also one of the youngest actresses nominated for the Best Actress in a Leading Role. In 2021, she was even featured on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list, which highlights young, successful people.
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Early Life and Education
Bukky Bakray was born in 2002 in Hackney, a part of east London. Her parents are Christian and originally from Nigeria. She grew up in a neighborhood called Lower Clapton. This area is actually very close to where her famous movie Rocks was filmed!
Bukky has three brothers and one sister. Her sister lives in South Africa. For her schooling, Bukky attended Clapton Girls' Academy and Cardinal Pole Catholic School. She also joined the RADA Youth Company. This is a special program for young people interested in acting. She also trained at Theatre Peckham through their Originate Actor Training programme.
Acting Career Highlights
Bukky Bakray was discovered when she was only 15 years old. She was still at school when director Sarah Gavron found her. Sarah Gavron then cast Bukky in the main role of her film Rocks. This was Bukky's very first acting job, and it launched her career!
In 2021, Bukky started acting on television. She played a character named Bless in the BBC One series You Don't Know Me. She also wrote an essay for a book called Black Joy. In 2023, she took on more exciting roles. She played Kim in the Apple TV+ series Liaison. She also starred as Dione in the Netflix horror film The Strays alongside Ashley Madekwe. That same year, Bukky performed in a play called Sleepova at the Bush Theatre in London.
Bukky has an upcoming role in a film called Self-Charm. This movie is directed by Ella Greenwood.
Film Roles
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2019 | Rocks | Olushola "Rocks" Omotoso | Her first movie role |
| 2021 | The Gospel According to Gail | Mia | A short film |
| 2023 | The Strays | Dione | |
| 2027 | Children of Blood and Bone | Binta | Currently being filmed |
| TBA | Self-Charm | Maddie | Coming soon |
Television Roles
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2021 | You Don't Know Me | Blessing/Bless | |
| 2023 | Liaison | Kim |
Stage Performances
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2022 | Living Newspaper Edition 4 | Ensemble | Performed at the Royal Court Theatre, London |
| 2023 | Sleepova | Funmi | Performed at the Bush Theatre, London |
Awards and Nominations
Bukky Bakray has received many awards and nominations for her amazing acting.
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result | Ref |
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| 2021 | London Critics' Circle Film Awards | British/Irish Actress of the Year | Rocks | Nominated | |
| Young British/Irish Performer | Won | ||||
| British Independent Film Awards | Best Actress | Nominated | |||
| Most Promising Newcomer | Nominated | ||||
| British Academy Film Awards | Best Actress in a Leading Role | Nominated | |||
| Rising Star Award | Herself | Won | |||
| 2023 | The Stage Debut Awards | Best Performer in a Play | Sleepova | Nominated |
See also
In Spanish: Bukky Bakray para niños
- List of British actors
