Sonja Sohn

Sonja Sohn

61 · Born: Jan 1, 1964

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BornJan 1, 1964 Newport News, Virginia

Biography

Sonja Sohn, a highly acclaimed and multifaceted American actress, has left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry, her impressive body of work a testament to her remarkable talent and dedication.

With a career spanning multiple decades, Sonja Sohn has consistently demonstrated her versatility and range, effortlessly transitioning between diverse roles and mediums, from film and television to theater and beyond.

Beyond her impressive professional accomplishments, Sonja Sohn is equally renowned for her tireless efforts as a community activist, using her platform to raise awareness and support for various social and humanitarian causes.

Through her unwavering commitment to her craft and her community, Sonja Sohn has inspired countless individuals, serving as a beacon of hope and inspiration for those seeking to make a positive impact in the world.

As a result, Sonja Sohn's legacy extends far beyond the realm of entertainment, her influence felt across a wide range of disciplines and industries, a true testament to the transformative power of her art and activism.

And yet, despite her many accolades and achievements, Sonja Sohn remains humble and grounded, her dedication to her craft and her community a constant reminder of the importance of staying true to oneself and one's values.

In short, Sonja Sohn is a true icon, a shining example of the impact that one person can have on the world, and a testament to the enduring power of art and activism to inspire and uplift.

Sohn, a multitalented thespian of exceptional skill, has undoubtedly left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry, with her most notable and enduring achievement being her mesmerizing depiction of Detective Kima Greggs in the highly acclaimed HBO drama series The Wire.

This groundbreaking performance has not only secured her widespread recognition and acclaim, but has also served as a springboard for her current pursuits, as the dynamic and visionary leader of the Baltimore-based community initiative ReWired for Change.

As Sohn continues to make a significant impact through her association with ReWired for Change, she has simultaneously been leaving a lasting impression on the television industry with her current starring role as Detective Samantha Baker on the ABC drama series Body of Proof.

Career

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2023
Big George Foreman
Big George Foreman as Nancy Foreman
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Breakwater
Breakwater as Bonnie
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Will Trent
Will Trent as Amanda Wagner
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2020
Star Trek: Discovery
Star Trek: Discovery as Dr. Gabrielle Burnham
{"id":137184,"title":"High Flying Bird","year":"2019","character":"Myra","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/high-flying-bird","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1969mmv5j800.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1969mmv5j800.jpg"},"released":1}
2019
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2018
The Chi
The Chi as Laverne Johnson
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2017
Domain
Domain as Atlanta
{"id":10794,"title":"Luke Cage","year":2016,"character":"Captain Betty Audrey","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/luke-cage","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/5o5rsmavf7r0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/5o5rsmavf7r0.jpg"},"released":1}
2016
Luke Cage
Luke Cage as Captain Betty Audrey
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Incorporated
Incorporated as Chairman Fisher
{"id":12295,"title":"Shut Eye","year":2016,"character":"Detective","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/shut-eye","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/210285pslil0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/210285pslil0.jpg"},"released":1}
Shut Eye
Shut Eye as Detective
{"id":76764,"title":"The Missing Girl","year":"2015","character":"Franny","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-missing-girl","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_76764.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_76764.jpg"},"released":1}
2015
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2014
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2012
Burn Notice
Burn Notice as Olivia Riley
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2011
Body of Proof
Body of Proof as Det. Samantha Baker
{"id":2476,"title":"Step Up 2: The Streets","year":"2008","character":"Sarah","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/step-up-2-the-streets","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2cgc01dhv5q0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2cgc01dhv5q0.jpg"},"released":1}
2008
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2003
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2002
G
G as Shelly
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The Wire
The Wire as Kima Greggs
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2000
Shaft
Shaft as Alice
{"id":4225,"title":"Bringing Out the Dead","year":"1999","character":"Kanita","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/bringing-out-the-dead","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5r3dgttrjqv0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5r3dgttrjqv0.jpg"},"released":1}
1999
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{"id":8502,"title":"Slam","year":"1998","character":"Lauren Bell","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/slam","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/n3v7be172u80.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/n3v7be172u80.jpg"},"released":1}
1998
Slam
Slam as Lauren Bell
{"id":157367,"title":"Work","year":"1997","character":"June","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/work-1996","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_157367.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_157367.jpg"},"released":1}
1997
Work
Work as June
{"id":255773,"title":"Tapping the Wire","year":"2007","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/tapping-the-wire","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_255773.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_255773.jpg"},"released":1}
2007
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{"id":8502,"title":"Slam","year":"1998","job":"Screenplay","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/slam","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/n3v7be172u80.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/n3v7be172u80.jpg"},"released":1}
1998
Slam
Slam as Screenplay
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2021
{"id":126924,"title":"Baltimore Rising","year":"2017","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/baltimore-rising","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_126924.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_126924.jpg"},"released":1}
2017