Kingsley Ben-Adir, born on November 20, 1986, is a versatile actor known for his compelling performances across various platforms.

His journey in the entertainment industry began on the stages of London theaters, where he showcased his talent in numerous plays.

On television, Ben-Adir has portrayed diverse characters, including the meticulous pathologist Marcus Summer in ITV’s “Vera” (2014–2018), the enigmatic private detective Karim Washington in Netflix’s “The OA” (2019), and the authoritative Colonel Ben Younger in the BBC drama “Peaky Blinders” (2017–2019). He further expanded his repertoire by stepping into the Marvel Cinematic Universe as the Skrull Gravik in the miniseries “Secret Invasion” (2023).

His remarkable portrayal of historical figures has garnered critical acclaim, notably portraying Malcolm X in the Amazon Studios film “One Night in Miami…” (2020), a role that earned him the prestigious Gotham Independent Film Award for Breakthrough Performer.

Additionally, he mesmerized audiences with his portrayal of Bob Marley in “Bob Marley: One Love” (2024).

Ben-Adir was born in Kentish Town, London, England, to a culturally diverse heritage. His maternal grandparents hailed from Trinidad and Tobago, while his paternal grandparents were English.

He received his early education at Rhyl Street Primary School in Kentish Town and later attended William Ellis School in Gospel Oak, Northwest London, for secondary education. He honed his craft at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, graduating in 2011.

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