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- Birthday: 1952-12-25
- Born Place: Georgetown, British Guiana [now Guyana]
Also Known As:
C.C.H. Pounder, Carol Christine Hilaria Pounder, C. C. H. Pounder, 希·庞德, Кэрол Кристин Хилария Паундер, سیسیاچ پاوندر
CCH Pounder
CCH Pounder is a distinguished Guyanese-American actress renowned for her commanding presence and versatile performances across film, television, and voice acting. Born Carol Christine Hilaria Pounder on December 25, 1952, in Georgetown, Guyana, she moved to the United States in the early 1970s. Pounder made her film debut in All That Jazz (1979) and gained prominence with roles in Bagdad Café (1987) and The Shield (2002–2008), where she portrayed Captain Claudette Wyms, earning critical acclaim and several award nominations. Her extensive television career includes notable appearances in ER, The X-Files, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, and NCIS: New Orleans (2014–2021), where she played Dr. Loretta Wade. Pounder has also lent her voice to characters in animated series and films, including voicing Amanda Waller in DC's animated universe. In Avatar: The Way of Water (2022), Pounder reprised her role as Mo'at, the spiritual leader of the Omaticaya clan and mother to Neytiri. Although her screen time was limited, her portrayal added depth to the narrative, emphasizing themes of tradition and spirituality within the Na'vi culture. Pounder expressed her enthusiasm for the project, highlighting the innovative motion capture technology and the collaborative atmosphere on set. Beyond her acting career, Pounder is an advocate for the arts and social justice. She has been involved in various charitable endeavors and continues to be a respected figure in the entertainment industry. Pounder is set to return as Mo'at in the upcoming sequels to Avatar, continuing her integral role in the franchise's exploration of the Na'vi world.
