Nathalie Emmanuel Biography: Boyfriend, Age, Movies, Net Worth, Husband, Height, Parents, Child, TV Shows

Biography

Nathalie Joanne Emmanuel (born March 2, 1989), addressed as Nathalie Emmanuel, is a distinguished actress hailing from England who has been gracing our screens with her awe-inspiring performances since the late 1990s. She first appeared on television in 2006 with a significant role in the widely watched soap opera Hollyoaks, which set the foundation for her flourishing career in the entertainment industry. 

Over the years, Nathalie Emmanuel has been featured in several British TV shows and movies, such as the critically acclaimed Twenty8k, and has played pivotal roles in Hollywood blockbusters such as the Maze Runner sequel, Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials (2015) and Maze Runner: The Death Cure (2018), and most notably, in the adrenaline-fueled Fast & Furious franchise. His most recent work includes her role in Army of Thieves (2021), which was widely acclaimed by critics and audiences alike.

Her breakthrough came in 2013 when she was cast as the indomitable Missandei in the HBO fantasy series Game of Thrones. Her performance as a loyal and fearless interpreter for Daenerys Targaryen was lauded by fans and critics, earning her widespread recognition and appreciation. Nathalie Emmanuel‘s impeccable acting skills have garnered her numerous award nominations and accolades, including the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series in 2015 and 2016 for her role in Game of Thrones.

Nathalie Emmanuel‘s dedication to her craft and unmatchable talent has made her one of the most sought-after actresses in today’s entertainment industry. Her future projects, including the highly anticipated sequel to Fast & Furious 9, will continue to showcase her incredible range as an actress and leave audiences in awe of her prowess on screen.

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Wiki Facts & About Data
Full Name:	Nathalie Joanne Emmanuel
Stage Name:	Nathalie Emmanuel
Born:	2 March 1989 (age 35 years old)
Place of Birth:	Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom
Nationality:	British, Dominican
Height:	1.7 m
Parents:	N/A
Siblings:	Louise Emmanuel
Spouse:	Not Married
Boyfriend • Partner:	Alex Lanipekun, Devon Anderson (2010-2018)
Children:	N/A
Occupation:	Actress • TV Personality
Net Worth:	$4 million

Early Life & Education

Nathalie Joanne Emmanuel, born on March 2, 1989, hails from the picturesque seaside town of Southend-on-Sea in Essex, England. Her diverse heritage is a testament to her parents’ cultural roots; her mother is from the Dominican Republic, while her father has English and Saint Lucian roots.

Unsurprisingly, her passion for acting was sparked early on in life, as her sister Louise Emmanuel, who had an astute eye for talent, recognized Nathalie Emmanuel‘s acting potential during their time at St. Hilda’s School and Westcliff High School for Girls.

Her insatiable energy as a toddler prompted her mother to enroll her in acting, singing, and dance classes to channel her boundless creativity. By age ten, Nathalie Emmanuel had already made her mark on the London theatre scene, portraying Young Nala in the acclaimed West End production of The Lion King.

Personal Life

Nathalie Emmanuel, the talented actress, may not have taken the plunge into marriage yet, but her love life has not been devoid of romance. Currently, Nathalie Emmanuel is in a relationship with Alex Lanipekun, an accomplished British actor known for his role as Ben Kaplan in the television series Spooks. Before this, she dated Devon Anderson in 2010 but eventually parted ways in 2018.

Interestingly, Nathalie Emmanuel has been quite vocal about her approach to diet and her thoughts on the food industry. In a 2017 interview with Glamour magazine, she expressed her mistrust of the food industry and its impact on our health. She follows a plant-based diet, which she believes helps her stay healthy and energized.

Career

Nathalie Emmanuel‘s rise to fame has been a captivating journey filled with trials and triumphs. She began her on-screen career in the British soap opera Hollyoaks as Sasha Valentine, a role that explored the dark depths of drug addiction and prostitution and captivated viewers with her raw talent. This portrayal earned her recognition in the industry, and she continued to showcase her versatility in roles that followed.

In 2015, Nathalie Emmanuel was cast as Missandei, the trusted interpreter of the Mother of Dragons in the blockbuster series Game of Thrones, a role that solidified her place in Hollywood. She revealed in an interview that she was working as a shop assistant when she was offered the part, a fact that emphasizes her incredible journey to stardom.

However, she faced criticism for her character’s untimely and brutal death in the series, which was deemed a representation of “fridging” and evoked images of slavery. Despite the backlash, Nathalie Emmanuel‘s performance as Missandei resonated deeply with audiences, especially women of color, who felt strongly connected to her character and were devastated by her passing.

Nathalie Emmanuel‘s talents were further showcased in films such as Furious 7, The Scorch Trials, and Maze Runner: The Death Cure, where she played a hacker and a fierce warrior. Her performance in Furious 7 earned her Screen Nation’s Best Female Performance in a Film award, a well-deserved accolade that recognized her contributions to the industry.

Nathalie Emmanuel‘s ability to easily play diverse roles proves her craft. Her portrayal of Harriet in Maze Runner: The Death Cure taught her the “art of subtlety,” while playing Ramsey in The Fate of the Furious expanded her imagination on set. She went on to voice Deet in The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance and starred in the comedy series Four Weddings and a Funeral.

Even during the COVID-19 pandemic, Nathalie Emmanuel continued to work on projects like Die Hart and the highly anticipated Megalopolis, directed by legendary filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola. Her most recent project, The Invitation, showcased her range in the horror genre alongside Thomas Doherty.

Net Worth

Nathalie Emmanuel has a net worth of approximately $4 million. 

She has earned this primarily through her acting career, but she has also done some producing and modeling work and appeared in commercials.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @Nathalieemmanuel
• Twitter handle: @Missnemmanuel

Filmography

• Twenty8k
• Furious 7
• Maze Runner: Scotch Trials
• The Fate of The Furious
• Maze Runner: Death Cure
• The Titan
• Army of Thieves
• Holly Slept Over 
• F9
• The Invitation
• Fast & Furious 10 Part 2
• Megalopolis
• Hollyoaks
• Game of Thrones
• Four Wedding & A Funeral
• Die Hart
• The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance
• Misfits
• Casualty
• Hollyoaks Later
• Scream If You Know The Answer