Kara Young
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    • Born Place: Harlem, New York, United States

Kara Young

Kara Young is a celebrated American actress from Harlem, New York City, known for her dynamic and award-winning work on both Broadway and Off-Broadway stages. She has garnered widespread acclaim and numerous accolades, including two Tony Awards, a Drama Desk Award, an Outer Critics Circle Award, and an Obie Award. She made history by becoming the first Black actress to be nominated for a Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play four consecutive years in a row, and the first to win two consecutive Tonys.Her notable stage performances include roles in plays like Lynn Nottage's Clyde's (2022), Martyna Majok's Cost of Living (2023), Ossie Davis's Purlie Victorious (2024), and Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' Purpose (2025). Her on-screen credits include films such as After Yang (2021) and Master (2022), as well as the television series The Punisher and The Staircase. In 2025, she appeared in the film We Strangers. She also has a recurring role as Jones in the Prime Video series I'm a Virgo.

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