Lashana Lynch, best known as Nomi in No Time to Die, Miss Honey in Matilda the Musical, and Maria Rambeau in Captain Marvel.
Films
- Bob Marley: One LoveRita Marley2024
- The Fall GuyDani2024
- Matilda the MusicalMiss Honey2022
- The Woman KingIzogie2022
- No Time to DieNomi2021
- Captain MarvelMaria Rambeau2019
- BrotherhoodShirley2016
- The Fastest Girl AliveTanya2012
- ContractedRebecca2011
TV shows
- The ResponderDS Rachel Hargreaves2022–
- BulletproofArjana Pike2018–2021
- Still Star-CrossedRosaline Capulet2017
- CasualtyGinny Edwards2009–2011
- Death in ParadiseJasmine Laymon2013
- Silent WitnessLee Jay2012
- Top BoyCarly2011
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About Lashana Lynch
Lashana Lynch is a British actress, born in London to Jamaican parents, who rose to prominence with roles in the BBC series ‘Still Star-Crossed’ and the film ‘Captain Marvel’. She became the first female 007 agent in the James Bond franchise, playing Nomi in ‘No Time to Die’, and has since starred in ‘The Woman King’ and the musical film ‘Matilda’.
FAQs
Is Lashana Lynch the first black female 007 agent?
Yes, in ‘No Time to Die’ (2021), her character Nomi inherits the 007 codename, making her the first black woman to play a 00 agent in the official James Bond film series.
What is Lashana Lynch’s nationality?
She is British, born in London, England, to Jamaican parents.
Did Lashana Lynch sing in Matilda the Musical?
Yes, she performed her own singing for the role of Miss Honey, including the song ‘My House’.
What major role did she play in Captain Marvel?
She played Maria Rambeau, Carol Danvers’ best friend and a fellow Air Force pilot.
Has Lashana Lynch won any awards?
She won the BAFTA Rising Star Award in 2022 and has received several nominations for her performances.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026