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David Oyelowo
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Biography
David Oyelowo (born April 1, 1976) is an English actor, director and producer. His family originates from Nigeria. David studied Theatre Studies for A level and his teacher suggested he should become an actor. After A levels David enrolled for a year on an Art foundation course. In December 2000 David became the first black actor to play an English monarch for the RSC taking the title role in Henry VI. His performance won him the 'Ian Charleson' Award 2001 for best newcomer in a classical play.
Known For
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The Oscars
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Jimmy Kimmel Live!
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LIVE with Kelly and Mark
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Late Night with Seth Meyers
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The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
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The Joel McHale Show with Joel McHale
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The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency
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The Lion Guard
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Home Movie: The Princess Bride
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Interstellar
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Derailed
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The Help
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Rise of the Planet of the Apes
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A Wrinkle in Time
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Come Away
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Spooks
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See How They Run
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Star Wars Rebels
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Star Wars Rebels: The Siege of Lothal
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Star Wars Rebels: Spark of Rebellion
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Star Wars Rebels: Steps Into Shadow
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Chaos Walking
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Jack Reacher: When the Man Comes Around
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Jack Reacher
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Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway
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Silo
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The Cloverfield Paradox
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A Most Violent Year
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The Midnight Sky
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The Butler
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Government Cheese
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The Girl Before
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Red Tails
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Role Play
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Small Island
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Selma
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Lawmen: Bass Reeves
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Don't Let Go
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The Water Man
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Gringo
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