Angela Bassett

Angela Evelyn Bassett (born August 16, 1958) is an American actress known for her work in film and television. She has received numerous awards and nominations, including two Golden Globe Awards and sixteen NAACP Image Awards. Bassett gained recognition for her portrayal of Tina Turner in the biopic What's Love Got to Do with It (1993), earning her a Golden Globe Award and an Academy Award nomination. She has also starred in notable films such as Boyz n the Hood (1991), Malcolm X (1992), Waiting to Exhale (1995), How Stella Got Her Groove Back (1998), and Music of the Heart (1999). Bassett continues to showcase her talent through various roles in both film and television.