Idris Elba
British actor
- Born
- 6 September 1972, London Borough of Hackney
- Age
- 54
- Birth name
- Idrissa Akuna Elba
Sir Idrissa Akuna Elba (born 6 September 1972) is an English actor, DJ, rapper, and producer. He has received a Golden Globe Award as well as nominations for three BAFTA Awards and eight Primetime Emmy Awards. He was named in the Time 100 list of the Most Influential People in the World in 2016. His films have grossed over US$9.8 billion at the global box office, making him one of the top 20 highest-grossing actors. In 2025, Elba was named as the UK's ninth-most influential Black person in the 2026 Powerlist.
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