History of Uzo Aduba in Timeline

Uzo Aduba is a highly acclaimed American actress, best known for her portrayal of Suzanne "Crazy Eyes" Warren in the Netflix series *Orange Is the New Black*. Her performance earned her significant recognition, including Emmy Awards for both Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series (2014) and Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series (2015). Aduba also received two Screen Actors Guild Awards for her work on the show, solidifying her status as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry. She is one of only two actors to win an Emmy in both comedy and drama categories for the same role.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

February 10, 1981: Uzo Aduba's Birth

On February 10, 1981, Uzoamaka Nwanneka "Uzo" Aduba was born. The actress is widely known for her role as Suzanne "Crazy Eyes" Warren.

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1999: Graduation from Medfield High School

In 1999, Uzo Aduba graduated from Medfield High School.

2003: Helen Hayes Award Nomination

In 2003, Aduba's performance in Translations of Xhosa earned her a Helen Hayes Award nomination.

2006: Role in The Seven

In 2006, Aduba played Amphiarus in The Seven at New York Theatre Workshop.

2007: Broadway Debut in Coram Boy

In 2007, Aduba made her Broadway debut, portraying Toby in Helen Edmundson's adaptation of Coram Boy.

2008: Revival of The Seven

In 2008, Aduba reprised her role as Amphiarus in The Seven at La Jolla Playhouse.

2011: Role in Godspell

In 2011, Aduba sang "By My Side" as part of the original revival cast of Godspell.

2012: Auditioning for Orange Is the New Black

In 2012, Aduba auditioned for Orange Is the New Black. She initially auditioned for another part but was later offered the role of Crazy Eyes.

2012: Television Debut on Blue Bloods

In 2012, Aduba made her first television appearance as a nurse on Blue Bloods.

2013: Portrayal of Suzanne "Crazy Eyes" Warren

In 2013, Aduba began portraying Suzanne "Crazy Eyes" Warren in the Netflix comedy-drama series Orange Is the New Black.

2013: Orange Is the New Black Debut

In 2013, Uzo Aduba gained wide recognition for her role as Suzanne "Crazy Eyes" Warren on the Netflix original series Orange Is the New Black.

March 2014: Performance at Broadway Backwards

In March 2014, Aduba performed at Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS benefit concert Broadway Backwards with Rachel Bay Jones.

2014: Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress

In 2014, Uzo Aduba won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series for her role in Orange Is the New Black.

2015: Film Debut in Pearly Gates

In 2015, Aduba made her film debut in the musical comedy-drama film Pearly Gates.

2015: Role as Glinda in The Wiz Live!

In 2015, Aduba played Glinda the Good Witch in the NBC live musical event special The Wiz Live!, receiving positive reviews.

2015: Second Primetime Emmy Award

In 2015, Aduba won a second Primetime Emmy at the 67th Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series. This achievement made her one of only two actors to win both a drama and comedy Emmy for the same role.