Pepi Sonuga
Biography
Pepi Sonuga is a Nigerian-American actress. She was born in Lagos, Nigeria and moved to Los Angeles, California at the age of 10. Sonuga began modeling at 15 and attended Culver City High School, where she studied theater arts, improvisation, and script writing. She has been involved in the entertainment industry since her early teenage years. Sonuga's acting credits include the 2013 drama, The Life Of A King, and the Freeform drama series, Famous In Love, for two seasons. She is also known as Stephanie Sonuga.
Career overview
Pepi Sonuga is a Nigerian-American actress who began her career in entertainment at a young age. Born in Lagos, Nigeria, she moved to Los Angeles, California at the age of 10 to pursue a career in the entertainment industry. At 15 years old, she won the title of Miss Jr. Teen Los Angeles in a local pageant, marking the beginning of her involvement in modeling for various brands.
Sonuga's acting career started with a role in the 2013 drama film, The Life Of A King. This marked the beginning of her involvement in the film industry. She continued to work in the entertainment industry, eventually landing a role in the Freeform drama series, Famous In Love, where she appeared for two seasons.
Throughout her career, Pepi Sonuga has accumulated 16 known credits. She has demonstrated her versatility as an actress, working in both film and television. Her experience in the entertainment industry has spanned multiple formats, showcasing her ability to adapt to different roles and genres.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
16 titles- The Six Triple Eight (2024) as Elaine White
- The Jennifer Hudson Show (2022) as Self
- Pam & Tommy (2022) as Melanie
- Walker (2021) as Lana Jones
- Queens (2021) as Lil Muffin
- Crawlers (2020) as Misty
- Oh Jerome, No (2019) as Hope
- 9-1-1 (2018) as Young Athena Carter
- Under the Silver Lake (2018) as Emerald Beauty
- Leprechaun Returns (2018) as Katie
- Thriller (2018) as Kim Morris
- Famous in Love (2017) as Tangey Turner
- Ash vs Evil Dead: Would You Rather (2016) as Lacey Emery
- Ash vs Evil Dead (2015) as Lacey Emery
- The Fosters (2013) as Sally Benton
- Life of a King (2013) as Michelle
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Pepi Sonuga best known for?
Pepi Sonuga is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Six Triple Eight (2024), The Jennifer Hudson Show (2022), Pam & Tommy (2022), Walker (2021).
When and where was Pepi Sonuga born?
Pepi Sonuga was born on September 8, 1993 in Lagos, Nigeria.
How many credits does Pepi Sonuga have?
Pepi Sonuga has accumulated over 16 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2013 to 2024.
What is Pepi Sonuga's background in cinema and television?
Pepi Sonuga is a Nigerian-American actress. She was born in Lagos, Nigeria and moved to Los Angeles, California at the age of 10. Sonuga began modeling at 15 and attended Culver City High School, where she studied theater arts, improvisation, and script writing. She has been involved in the entertainment industry since...
Pepi Sonuga by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- 9-1-1 (2018) as Young Athena Carter — aged about 24
- Ash vs Evil Dead (2015) as Lacey Emery — aged about 21
- The Six Triple Eight (2024) as Elaine White — aged about 30
- The Fosters (2013) as Sally Benton — aged about 19
- Pam & Tommy (2022) as Melanie — aged about 28
- Walker (2021) as Lana Jones — aged about 27
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