Adjoa Andoh Wiki, Biography
Adjoa Andoh, an American/Canadian, etc Actress is a cast member for the Bridgerton which premiered on the May 16, 2024. She is popularly known for making appearances in movies/series/shows such as Francine Jones in two series of Doctor Who, appearances in 90 episodes of the BBC's long-running medical drama Casualty, and a role in BBC's EastEnders.
Adjoa Andoh Height|Weight
Andoh stands at an approximate height of 5 feet and 7 inches and weighs 62kg.
Adjoa Andoh Age
Andoh was born on 14 January 1963 in Clifton, Bristol, England. She therefore celebrates her birthday on 14th January each year. Adjoa is 61 years old as of 2024.
Adjoa Andoh Parents|Siblings|Relatives
Andoh was born in Clifton, Bristol. She was raised by her mother, an English teacher, and her father, a journalist and musician from Ghana, along with her brother. The family later moved to Wickwar in Gloucestershire when her father began working for British Aerospace.
Adjoa Andoh Pa Worth
Andoh has an estimated net worth of between $6 Million which she has earned through her successful career as an actress.
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Adjoa Andoh Edurtner|Husband/Wife
Andoh met her husband, Howard Cunnell, in 1994 when he became the manager of the bookshop at Battersea Arts Centre, where Andoh's theatre company, Wild Iris, was based. Their relationship flourished, and they have been together since late 1995, marrying in 2001. They have two children, born in 1996 and 1997.
Andoh also has a daughter from a previous relationship, born around 1985 or 1986. Cunnell has had a varied career, working as a lecturer, writer, scuba diving instructor, and lifeguard. The couple moved to Sussex by 2022, after previously living in Brixton. In October 2009, Andoh became a licensed reader in the Church of England for the parish of Herne Hill.
Adjoa Andoh Educational Background
Andoh attended Katharine Lady Berkeley's School before starting a law degree at Bristol Polytechnic. However, she left after two years to follow her passion for acting.
Adjoa Andoh Job|Career|Biography
Andoh's film credits include roles in Noel Clarke's "Adulthood" (2008) and its sequel "Brotherhood" (2016), where she portrayed the mother of Clarke's character, Sam Peel. Her Hollywood debut came in 2009, starring as Chief of Staff Brenda Mazibuko alongside Morgan Freeman’s Nelson Mandela in Clint Eastwood’s "Invictus."
On television, Andoh has demonstrated her versatility through various roles. She played Colette Griffiths (née Kierney) in "Casualty," jazz singer Karen in "EastEnders" (1991), and appeared in "Doctor Who" as Sister Jatt (2006) and Francine Jones (2007), among other roles. She has also been featured in "M.I. High," "Missing," and the acclaimed "Bridgerton" series. Additionally, Andoh has extensive experience in narration, with over 150 audiobooks to her credit, as well as documentaries and television series.
In theatre, Andoh has established herself as a prominent figure with notable performances in productions such as "His Dark Materials," "Stuff Happens," and "The Revenger's Tragedy" at the National Theatre. She co-directed "Richard II" at Shakespeare’s Globe in 2019 with Lynette Linton, featuring an all-women cast of color. Her directorial talents were further showcased in "Richard III" (2023) at Liverpool Playhouse and Rose Theatre Kingston, where she also starred, emphasizing themes of Otherness through her casting choices.
Adjoa Andoh Service to the Arts
Andoh is an Associate Artist at the Royal Shakespeare Company and holds the position of Senior Associate Artist at the Bush Theatre. She actively participates in various awards committees, including the Women's Prize for Playwriting and the Literature Matters Awards for the Royal Society of Literature. She has served as a judge for the inaugural BAME science fiction writer’s award for Gollancz and the Susan Smith Blackburn Prize. Additionally, Andoh was a jury member for the Booker Prize in 2023.
She has also contributed her expertise as a judge for the Carleton Hobbs Award and the Norman Beaton Fellowship. As a co-founder of the Future Worlds Prize for science fiction writers of color, she is dedicated to promoting diversity within the genre. In 2023, Andoh hosted an event at the Black to the Future Festival in London, furthering her commitment to fostering inclusivity and representation.
Adjoa Andoh Honours
Andoh imparts her knowledge as an educator at both the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) and Rose Bruford College. Her significant contributions to the field have earned her numerous honors. In 2021, she was awarded an Honorary Fellowship at Rose Bruford College and received the prestigious title of Honorary Fellow from the British Shakespeare Association.
Additionally, in the same year, she was appointed as the Cameron Mackintosh Visiting Professor of Contemporary Theatre at St. Catherine’s College, University of Oxford. In 2022, Andoh's outstanding achievements led to her election to the esteemed Royal Society of Literature, marking another significant milestone in her distinguished career.
Adjoa Andoh 2023 Coronation comments
In May 2023, following King Charles III's coronation, Andoh remarked that the day's events had shifted "from the rich diversity of the Abbey to a white balcony." This comment sparked a significant public reaction, resulting in 8,371 complaints to the media regulator Ofcom, the highest number of complaints for any TV broadcast in 2023. Andoh later clarified her statement, explaining, "I was talking about the day and how marvelous it was and then looking at the balcony at the end and suddenly going: 'Oh it's so white!' because the day had been so mixed. I didn't mean to upset anybody." In June 2023, Ofcom announced their decision not to take action regarding the comment, considering it "a personal observation."
Adjoa Andoh Bridgerton
Andoh stars as Agatha, Lady Danbury, in the third season of the American historical romance television series "Bridgerton." The Netflix Regency romance series premiered on May 16, 2024. Adjoa portrays the sharp-tongued, insightful doyenne of London society who is known for her wisdom, mystery, and occasional playfulness. Additionally, she is an avid gardener who finds "solace in the soil." She stars alongside other renowned actors and actresses including:
- Lorraine Ashbourne
- Simone Ashley
- Jonathan Bailey
- Harriet Cains
- Bessie Carter
- Nicola Coughlan
- Kathryn Drysdale
- Ruth Gemmell
- Florence Hunt
- Martins Imhangbe
Adjoa Andoh Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram
Andoh happens to be active on her social media accounts. On her Instagram Account, she has about 2M Followers, whereas on her Twitter Account, she has about 1.7K followers, and 13K followers on her Facebook Page. Below are links to visit her social media accounts.
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