Wunmi Mosaku

Oluwunmi Mosaku was born on October 31, 1986, in Zaria, Nigeria, and is a British actress of Nigerian descent. She emigrated to Manchester, England, with her family at the age of one. After graduating from the prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA), she laid a solid foundation for her acting career. In the early stages of her career, she appeared on stage in theatre productions and in popular British series such as "Vera." She made her breakthrough with her performance in the TV film "Damilola, Our Loved Boy" (2016), which is based on a true story and received high praise from critics. Her portrayal of Gloria Taylor in this film earned her a BAFTA Award for Best Supporting Actress in 2017, cementing her talent. Additionally, she garnered significant acclaim for her role as Detective Teri Darego in the cult classic series "The End of the F***ing World" and for her leading performance in the Netflix horror film "His House" (2020). Projects that further enhanced her international recognition include HBO's fantasy horror series "Lovecraft Country" (2020) and the Marvel Cinematic Universe series "Loki" (2021–2023). Her portrayal of Ruby Baptiste in "Lovecraft Country" earned her nominations for an Emmy Award and a SAG Award.

The determined and loyal Hunter B-15 character she portrayed in "Loki" introduced her to a global audience. In the 2024 film "Deadpool & Wolverine," she continued her presence in the Marvel universe with the role of Dr. Verity Willis. Mosaku, known for adding depth, emotional intensity, and strong conviction to the characters she portrays, is regarded as one of today's most talented and versatile actresses.