Idris Elba — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

Received a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Miniseries or Television Film for his role in Luther.
Named in the Time 100 list of the Most Influential People in the World in 2016.
His films have grossed over $9.8 billion at the global box office, making him one of the top 20 highest-grossing actors.
Founder and Chairman of IE7 & AKUNA.
Co-owner of the Formula E team, Kiro Race Co.
Made his directorial debut with Yardie (2018).
Studied acting at the National Youth Music Theatre in London.

Biography

Sir Idrissa Akuna Elba is an English actor, DJ, and rapper, born in the London Borough of Hackney. He studied acting at the National Youth Music Theatre in London. Elba received a Golden Globe Award and nominations for three BAFTA Awards and six Emmy Awards for his work.

In 2016, he was named in the Time 100 list of the Most Influential People in the World. His films have collectively grossed over $9.