Amandla Stenberg: The Rising Star of Hollywood

From Child Actress to Star of Star Wars

Early Life and Career

Amandla Stenberg, born on October 23, 1998, is an American actress who began her career at a young age.

Her first major role was in the film Colombiana (2011), and she went on to have supporting roles in films such as The Hunger Games (2012) and Everything, Everything (2017).

Stenberg's breakout role came in the critically acclaimed film The Hate U Give (2018), for which she received numerous awards and nominations.

Upcoming Projects

In 2023, Stenberg will star in the upcoming Disney+ series The Acolyte, a prequel to the Star Wars franchise.

She will also appear in the film Bodies, Bodies, Bodies, a horror-comedy set to release in August 2022.

Personal Life and Activism

Stenberg is known for her outspoken views on social and political issues.

She is a vocal advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and has spoken out against racism and discrimination.

Stenberg is also an accomplished writer and has published several essays and poems.

Career Highlights

• 2011: Colombiana
• 2012: The Hunger Games
• 2017: Everything, Everything
• 2018: The Hate U Give
• 2023: The Acolyte (Disney+)
• 2022: Bodies, Bodies, Bodies

Awards and Accolades

Stenberg has received numerous awards and nominations for her work, including:

• BET Award for Best Young Actress (2019)
• MTV Movie & TV Award for Best Breakthrough Performance (2019)
• NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Breakthrough Performance in a Motion Picture (2019)

Social Media Presence

Stenberg is active on social media, with over 2 million followers on Instagram (@amandlastenberg).

She uses her platform to share her thoughts on social and political issues, as well as to promote her upcoming projects.