History of Danielle Deadwyler in Timeline
Danielle Deadwyler is a celebrated American actress recognized for her powerful performances in films like 'The Harder They Fall,' 'Till,' and 'The Piano Lesson.' Her portrayal of Mamie Till in 'Till' garnered significant acclaim, earning her nominations for a British Academy Film Award and a Screen Actors Guild Award. She received a second SAG nomination for her role in 'The Piano Lesson,' solidifying her reputation as a talented and versatile actress. Deadwyler is known for her ability to portray complex and emotionally resonant characters.
5 hours ago : Danielle Deadwyler and Himesh Patel Star in Ryan Coogler's 'X-Files' Reboot
Danielle Deadwyler and Himesh Patel have been cast as leads in Ryan Coogler's 'X-Files' reboot pilot for Hulu, taking over from Mulder and Scully.
1946: Novel 'The Street' Published
In 1946, the novel 'The Street' by Ann Petry was published; a film adaptation of which Danielle Deadwyler will star in during Spring of 2025.
May 3, 1982: Danielle Deadwyler Born
On May 3, 1982, Danielle Deadwyler was born. She would later become an acclaimed American actress.
2009: Role in 'For Colored Girls...'
In 2009, Danielle Deadwyler played the role of Lady in Yellow in 'For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide / When the Rainbow Is Enuf' at the True Colors Theater in Atlanta.
2012: Screen Debut in 'A Cross to Bear'
In 2012, Danielle Deadwyler made her screen debut in the drama film 'A Cross to Bear'.
2015: Appearance in 'The Haves and the Have Nots'
From 2015, Danielle Deadwyler appeared in the primetime soap opera 'The Haves and the Have Nots'.
2015: Guest Starred in 'Being Mary Jane' and Joined 'The Haves and the Have Nots'
In 2015, Danielle Deadwyler guest-starred in 'Being Mary Jane' and joined the cast of 'The Haves and the Have Nots'.
2017: Master's Degree from Ashland University
In 2017, Danielle Deadwyler earned a Master's degree in creative writing at Ashland University.
2017: Appearance in 'The Haves and the Have Nots'
Until 2017, Danielle Deadwyler appeared in the primetime soap opera 'The Haves and the Have Nots'.
2018: Played Jane Manning James in 'Jane and Emma'
In 2018, Danielle Deadwyler played the title role of Jane Manning James in the period drama 'Jane and Emma'.
2019: Leading Role and Producer of 'The Devil To Pay'
In 2019, Danielle Deadwyler played a leading role and produced the thriller film 'The Devil To Pay'.
2020: Appearance in 'P-Valley'
In 2020, Danielle Deadwyler appeared in the drama series 'P-Valley'.
2020: Cast in 'Paradise Lost', Guest Starred in 'FBI: Most Wanted' and 'P-Valley'
In 2020, Danielle Deadwyler was cast in the series 'Paradise Lost', guest-starred on 'FBI: Most Wanted' and had a recurring role in 'P-Valley'.
2021: Appearance in 'Station Eleven'
From 2021, Danielle Deadwyler appeared in the miniseries 'Station Eleven'.
2021: Role in 'The Harder They Fall'
In 2021, Danielle Deadwyler played a role in 'The Harder They Fall' and received critical acclaim for it.
2021: Role in 'The Harder They Fall' and 'Station Eleven'
In 2021, Danielle Deadwyler played the role of Cuffee in 'The Harder They Fall' and Miranda Carroll in 'Station Eleven', also appearing in the miniseries 'From Scratch'.
2022: Appearances in 'Station Eleven' and 'From Scratch'
In 2022, Danielle Deadwyler appeared in the miniseries 'Station Eleven' and 'From Scratch'.
2022: Role as Mamie Till in 'Till'
In 2022, Danielle Deadwyler earned critical acclaim for her role as Mamie Till in the movie 'Till'.
2024: Role in 'The Piano Lesson'
In 2024, Danielle Deadwyler starred in 'The Piano Lesson', and received a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination for it.
2024: Leading Roles in 'Parallel', 'I Saw the TV Glow', 'The Piano Lesson', and '40 Acres'
In 2024, Danielle Deadwyler took on leading roles in 'Parallel', 'I Saw the TV Glow', 'The Piano Lesson', and '40 Acres', receiving positive reviews for her performances, including in 'The Bear'.
February 2025: Joined HBO Comedy Series 'Rooster'
In February 2025, Danielle Deadwyler joined the HBO comedy series 'Rooster' opposite Steve Carell, taking on the role of a poetry professor and published author.
October 2025: Joined Season 3 Cast of 'Euphoria'
In October 2025, Danielle Deadwyler joined the Season 3 cast of 'Euphoria'.
2025: Named One of Time's 100 Most Influential People
In 2025, Danielle Deadwyler was named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine.
February 2026: Cast in 'The X-Files' Reboot
In February 2026, Danielle Deadwyler was cast in a reboot of 'The X-Files' series.
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