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Lupita Nyong'o

Appearances: 2Shows: 1Latest: Jul 16, 2026

Latest appearance: Jul 16, 2026 on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon →

Lupita Nyong'o is an actress and author recognized for her work in film and theater. She is widely known for her role in "12 Years a Slave" and has appeared in a range of international productions.

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The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2)
Aug 14, 2026RerunOriginally aired Jul 16, 2026
Lupita Nyong'o Co-Directed with Christopher Nolan for Her Scenes in The Odyssey (Extended)
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Lupita Nyong'o Co-Directed with Christopher Nolan for Her Scenes in The Odyssey (Extended)
Lupita Nyong’o promotes The Odyssey, describing its practical international shoot, her dual roles as Helen and Clytemnestra and the moment Christopher Nolan asked her to direct background actors while performing a scene. She also discusses her Make Fibroids Count campaign and urges support for the U-FIGHT Act to fund research into less invasive fibroid treatments.

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