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Freema Agyeman Biography

Birth Name:Frema Agyeman

Birth Place:London, England, United Kingdom

Profession Actress

Fast Facts

  • Was nominated for the 2003 British Soap Award for best newcomer
  • Graduated from Middlesex University in 2000 with a degree in performing arts and drama
  • Trained at Anna Scher Theatre School
  • Got her start in acting in small roles in the series "The Bill" and "Casualty․"
  • Has performed in the West End production "Apologia․"
  • Well known for her role in the series "Doctor Who․"
  • Is the first Black person to portray the assistant on the series "Doctor Who․"

Awards

  • 2007Golden Nymph-Outstanding Actress - Drama Series: nominated
  • 2007National Television Award-Most Popular Actress: nominated
  • 2007Screen Nation Film and Television Award-Favourite Female TV Star: winner
  • 2007TV Quick Award-Best Actress: nominated
  • 2011TV Choice Award-Best Actress: nominated
  • 2016National Film Award-Best Actress: nominated
  • 2020CinEuphoria-Freedom of Expression - Honorary Award: winner
  • 2022HCA Award-Best Actress in a Broadcast Network or Cable Series, Drama: nominated