Susan "Susie" Indiaba Wokoma is a celebrated and esteemed British actress of Nigerian heritage, whose birthdate falls on December 31, 1987, and whose place of birth is Southwark, a borough located in the city of London, England, in the United Kingdom.
She embarked on her illustrious acting career at a remarkably young age, commencing her journey in the world of television by participating in the esteemed CBBC's production of Serious Jungle back in the year 2002.
Subsequently, she joined the prestigious ranks of The National Youth Theatre, a renowned organization that has nurtured the talents of numerous aspiring thespians.
It was during her time with The National Youth Theatre that she made her professional acting debut in the critically acclaimed production of That Summer Day, a production that went on to win the coveted BAFTA award.
At the tender age of 19, Wokoma embarked on a transformative journey by enrolling at the prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA),a renowned institution that has nurtured the talents of numerous theatrical luminaries.
Following her rigorous training at RADA, Wokoma's impressive resume began to take shape as she made her mark on the small screen, gracing the airwaves with her presence in a diverse array of television shows. Some of her notable credits include Phoebe Waller-Bridge's critically acclaimed comedy-drama series Crashing, the British comedy Bluestone 42, the heartwarming family drama Uncle, the gritty and thought-provoking Misfits, and the cinematic adaptation of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's powerful novel Half of a Yellow Sun.
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Her remarkable theatre career has been marked by numerous prestigious performances at esteemed institutions, including the renowned Royal Court, the innovative Bush Theatre, the historic Royal Exchange in Manchester, the critically acclaimed Almeida Theatre, the esteemed Crucible Theatre, and the iconic Royal National Theatre.
In the year 2016, a remarkable achievement was bestowed upon the talented individual, Wokoma, as she received the prestigious Best Supporting Actor award at the esteemed BBC Audio Drama Awards, honoring her outstanding performance in the radio adaptation of the critically acclaimed novel, "Three Strong Women", penned by the renowned French author, Marie NDiaye.
Circa the subsequent calendar year, she was subsequently selected for a pivotal role in the E4/Netflix original television series, titled Crazyhead, which premiered alongside a talented actress by the name of Cara Theobold, and went on to earn the prestigious RTS Best On-Screen Performance award in the year 2017, in recognition of her outstanding performance.
Beyond her illustrious profession as a thespian, Wokoma has also ventured into the realm of literary pursuits, showcasing her versatility and creative flair by taking on the role of a writer.
