Da'Vine Joy Randolph

Da'Vine Joy Randolph (born May 21, 1986) is an American actress highly praised for her diverse roles. She first gained recognition for portraying psychic Oda Mae Brown in the Broadway production of Ghost (2012). Her excellence earned her a nomination for the Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical. She expanded her career debuting in successful films including The Angriest Man in Brooklyn (2014) and Office Christmas Party (2016). Her roles in Dolemite Is My Name (2019) and The United States vs. Billie Holiday (2020) earned her widespread praise. Her portrayal in The Holdovers (2023) won her several awards, notably the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. She is a nominee for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series because of her performances in the popular Hulu series Only Murders in the Building (2021–present). She spent a summer studying Shakespeare at the University of Oxford and is an alumna of the British American Drama Academy. Her acting career began with theatre and transcended into film and television, etching her name in diverse roles ranging from comedy to drama. Playing the character of Oda Mae Brown was a turning point in her career. Randolph’s TV credits include notable series like Selfie, This Is Us, People of Earth, Empire, High Fidelity, and The Idol. She also voiced roles in renowned animated films like Trolls World Tour and Puss in Boots: The Last Wish.