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Zazie Beetz is a German-American actress best known for her role as Vanessa "Van" Keefer on the FX comedy-drama series "Atlanta," for which she received critical acclaim and a nomination for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series in 2018. Born on May 25, 1991, in Berlin, Germany, to a German father and an African-American mother, Beetz has a multicultural background that has influenced her career and acting style. She was raised in Manhattan, New York City, where she developed an interest in acting from a young age.
Beetz made her acting debut in short films and on television, but her breakthrough came with "Atlanta," which premiered in 2016. Her performance in the series has been praised for its depth and complexity. In addition to her work on television, Beetz has also made a significant impact in films. She is well-known for her role as Domino in the superhero film "Deadpool 2" (2018), where her portrayal of the luck-manipulating mutant garnered positive reviews and showcased her ability to hold her own in action-packed sequences.
Her other notable film roles include appearances in "Applesauce" (2015), "Geostorm" (2017), "Joker" (2019), where she played Sophie Dumond opposite Joaquin Phoenix, and "The Harder They Fall" (2021), a Western film. Beetz's work extends beyond acting; she has also been involved in voice work, including voicing Amber Bennett in the animated superhero series "Invincible."
Zazie Beetz is recognized for her versatility as an actress, taking on a wide range of roles in both comedy and drama, as well as for her commitment to representing diverse characters on screen. Her career is characterized by a choice of roles that challenge stereotypes and contribute to a broader representation of Black women in the entertainment industry.
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