Sope Aluko, a Nigerian-born actress, has had a life filled with travel and cultural immersion. Born in Nigeria, she was primarily raised in the UK, where she spent her formative years. During this time, she was fortunate enough to attend drama classes at the prestigious London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts (LAMDA),where she also extended her studies into the world of dance.
In addition to her artistic pursuits, Sope received an undergraduate degree in Engineering and a master's degree in Marketing. She went on to have a successful career in the corporate world, working in both London and the US before eventually turning her focus back to acting and performing.
Since making the transition back to the entertainment industry, Sope has landed recurring roles on several notable shows, including Netflix's "Bloodline", NBC's "Law & Order SVU" and "Parks & Recreation", and guest appearances on USA Network's "Burn Notice", "Graceland", Lifetime's "Army Wives", Starz's "Counterpart", CW's "Legacies", and more.
Sope's film credits are equally impressive, featuring supporting roles in feature films such as "Identity Thief", "Pitch Perfect 2", "The Good Lie", Disney Marvel's "Black Panther", and Sony Marvel's "Venom", among others.
In her personal life, Sope is a devoted wife and mother to two teenage boys. She splits her time between Miami and Los Angeles, balancing her professional and family commitments with ease.