Anika Noni Rose

American actress and singer in musicals

Anika Noni Rose - American actress and singer in musicals
Born

September 6th, 1972
53 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An accomplished actress and singer, this individual gained prominence for roles in theater and film. Rose starred as the lead in the Broadway production of 'Caroline, or Change' and won a Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical in 2004. In animation, she provided the voice for Tiana in Disney's 'The Princess and the Frog,' which marked Disney's first African American princess. The character remained iconic, contributing to the film's critical and commercial success. This individual also appeared in the television series 'The Good Wife' and in notable films such as 'Dreamgirls' and 'The Last Five Years.'

Won a Tony Award for 'Caroline, or Change'

Voiced Tiana in 'The Princess and the Frog'

Appeared in 'Dreamgirls' and 'The Last Five Years'

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