It’s no wonder that a continent as vast, varied, and diverse as Africa would produce. Some of the world’s most cherished individuals; from politicians to performers, Africa’s supposedly silent and mysterious nations have produced a number of wonderful and unique pop-culture heroes. In reality, several of our favorite performers and actresses are from Africa, and they are now well-known around the world for their roles in some of the century’s most recent and up-and-coming television shows and films. The top 5 African movie stars that have captured our hearts will be discussed in this post.

African Movie Stars: John Boyega, Nigeria

John Boyega, another African movie star in the new “Star Wars” franchise, was born in South London to Nigerian parents. His career includes titles such as “Live Another Day,” “Imperial Dreams,” “The Circles,” and “Junkhearts.” He’s also worked in theatre, on television, and in video games, where he’s done a number of voiceovers. His star is only set to rise further, as he is one of the main characters in the upcoming Star Wars series. So we can expect to see him a lot more in the coming years.

African Movie Stars: Lupita Nyongo, Kenya

To date, this Mexican-Kenyan actress has received numerous awards. Including being the first Mexican and Kenyan to win an Academy Award. To date, she has been nominated 34 times and has won 22 awards for her work in the industry, with credits including ’12 Years a Slave,’ ‘Star Wars. The Force Awakens,’ ‘Star Wars Episode VIII,’ ‘The Queen of Katwe,’ and ‘The Jungle Book.’ She is on her way to becoming one of the most well-known and well-known African movie stars in recent years in Hollywood.

African Movie Stars: Djimon Gaston Hounsou, Benin

Djimon Gaston Hounson was born in the Benin Republic but moved to Lyon. France with his brother when he was thirteen years old. He was discovered through a chance encounter with designer Thierry Mugler. Who launched him into a career as a men’s fashion model, which he did professionally starting in the late 1980s. He relocated to the United States in the early 1990s and went on to star in a number of films. Including ‘Blood Diamond,’ ‘Gladiator,’ and ‘Lara Croft: Tomb Raider,’ to name a few. This African cinema actor also has a long and remarkable list of television performances, award nominations, and award wins to his credit.

African Movie Stars: Chiwetelu Umeadi ‘chiwetel’ Ejiofor, Cbe, Nigeria

This British actor, who was born in Nigeria, has won numerous nominations and accolades for his work in the arts. Including an OBE from Queen Elizabeth II in 2008. Which was upgraded to a CBE in her birthday honours in 2015. This African movie star had his acting debut in 1996 in the film ‘Deadly Voyage,’ and went on to star in films like ‘Dirty Pretty Things,’ ‘Love Actually,’ and ‘Children of Men,’ among many more, on top of a remarkable record that also includes TV and theatre parts.

Edi Mue Gathegi (Kenya) Is An African Movie Star.

Edi Mue Gathegi was born in Nairobi’s Eastlands region and came to the United States. To pursue his studies at New York University, where he graduated in 2005. This African movie actor is most known for portraying Dr. Cole in the TV series ‘House,’ as well as parts in ‘Nikita,’ ‘CSI Miami,’ and ‘Transformation Awaits,’ as well as popular films such as ‘Twilight,’ ‘X-Men.’ ‘Criminal Activities,’ and ‘My Bloody Valentine.’ Edi Mue Gathegi has a lot of fascinating projects going on. So we should expect big things from him.