Gabourey Sidibe
Actress, Oscar-nominated for 'Precious'
Born
May 6th, 1983
42 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An American actress gained prominence with a breakout role in the film 'Precious', which earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress. Sidibe's performance received critical acclaim and led to further opportunities in both film and television. She starred in the television series 'Empire' as Becky Williams, showcasing her talent in a leading role. Sidibe also lent her voice to animated series and continued to appear in various films, showcasing a versatility across genres.
Received Academy Award nomination for 'Precious'
Starred as Becky Williams in 'Empire'
Appeared in 'American Horror Story'
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