Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1987-11-27
- Born Place: London, England, UK
Also Known As:
Lashana Rasheda Lynch, 拉什纳·林奇, لاشانا لینچ
Lashana Lynch
Lashana Lynch is a British actress celebrated for her dynamic performances across film and television. Born on November 27, 1987, in Hammersmith, London, to Jamaican parents, she honed her craft at the Arts Educational School in London. Lynch's career began with roles in British television series such as The Bill and Death in Paradise, before gaining significant recognition for her portrayal of Rosaline Capulet in the Shonda Rhimes-produced drama Still Star-Crossed (2017). Her breakthrough in film came with the role of Maria Rambeau in Marvel's Captain Marvel (2019), a character she reprised in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022) and The Marvels (2023). In 2021, Lynch made history as the first Black woman to portray the iconic 007 agent in the James Bond franchise with her role as Nomi in No Time to Die. Lynch's other notable film roles include Izogie in The Woman King (2022), Miss Honey in Matilda the Musical (2022), and Rita Marley in the biopic Bob Marley: One Love (2024). She is also set to star in the upcoming fantasy film Children of Blood and Bone, directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood, scheduled for release in 2027. Beyond her acting career, Lynch is recognized for her advocacy on issues such as racial inequality and representation in the entertainment industry. In 2022, she was honored with the BAFTA Rising Star Award, acknowledging her impact and potential in the film industry.
