Best known for playing Tina Turner in ‘What’s Love Got to Do with It’, Ramonda in ‘Black Panther’, and Athena Grant in ‘9-1-1’.
Films
- Black Panther: Wakanda ForeverQueen Ramonda2022
- Avengers: EndgameRamonda2019
- Black PantherQueen Ramonda2018
- Mission: Impossible – FalloutErica Sloane2018
- London Has FallenLynne Jacobs2016
- Mission: Impossible – Rogue NationErica Sloane2015
- Olympus Has FallenLynne Jacobs2013
- Green LanternAmanda Waller2011
- NotoriousVoletta Wallace2009
- Akeelah and the BeeTanya Anderson2006
- The ScoreDiane2001
- How Stella Got Her Groove BackStella Payne1998
- Waiting to ExhaleBernadine Harris1995
- What’s Love Got to Do with ItTina Turner1993
- Malcolm XBetty Shabazz1992
- Boyz n the HoodReva Styles1991
TV shows
- 9-1-1Athena Grant2018–
- American Horror StoryMarie Laveau / Desiree Dupree / Audrey Tindall2013–2018
- The Rosa Parks StoryRosa Parks2002
- The Jacksons: An American DreamKatherine Jackson1992
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About Angela Bassett
Angela Bassett is an acclaimed American actress known for her powerful performances in film and television. She rose to prominence with her Oscar-nominated portrayal of Tina Turner and has since become a staple in both blockbuster franchises and acclaimed TV series.
FAQs
What is Angela Bassett’s most famous role?
She is best known for playing Tina Turner in ‘What’s Love Got to Do with It’, which earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress.
Which TV series is Angela Bassett currently starring in?
She currently stars as Athena Grant in the Fox/ABC series ‘9-1-1’.
Has Angela Bassett won an Oscar?
No, she has been nominated twice for an Academy Award – for ‘What’s Love Got to Do with It’ and ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ – but has not won.
Is Angela Bassett in the Marvel Cinematic Universe?
Yes, she plays Queen Ramonda in ‘Black Panther’, ‘Avengers: Endgame’, and ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’.
What other notable TV shows has she been in?
She has appeared in multiple seasons of ‘American Horror Story’ and starred in the TV movie ‘The Rosa Parks Story’.
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