Betty Gabriel

**Betty Gabriel**, born on January 6, 1981, is a renowned American actress, widely recognized for her contribution to the horror genre through her significant roles in Blumhouse films. Her talent in this sector has established her as **scream queen**. She is a nominee of several prestigious awards, including two Black Reel Awards, an NAACP Image Award, and a Screen Actors Guild Award. Betty began her career in musical theater before venturing onto the screen with the short film 'In Memoriam' (2011). Her portrayal of Laney Rucker in the action film 'The Purge: Election Year' (2016) brought her into the limelight, but it was her critically acclaimed performance as Georgina in the horror film 'Get Out' (2017) that significantly boosted her fame. In addition to films, Gabriel has had a steady presence in TV series, playing various roles such as Denise in 'Good Girls Revolt' (2016), Maling in 'Westworld' (2018), and Naya Temple in 'Counterpart' (2018–2019). Betty Gabriel hails from Washington, D.C. She spent her early life in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and Hyattsville, Maryland. Her education includes a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science from Iowa State University and a Master of Fine Arts in drama from Juilliard. Post-college, she honed her skills in modern dance and acting in the Chicago theater community, marking her journey into theater before shifting to screen roles.