- April 22, 2025
Kirby Howell-Baptiste was born on February 7, 1987, in London, England. She initially pursued a career in law, studying at King’s College London. However, she transitioned to acting after moving to Los Angeles.
Howell-Baptiste began her acting career with guest roles in television series. She has consistently built a diverse resume across television and film, demonstrating versatility in comedic and dramatic roles.
Her breakthrough role came with her recurring character Simone Garnett in the critically acclaimed NBC comedy series, The Good Place (2017-2020). She also gained recognition for her role as Elena Felton in Killing Eve (2019). Another notable television appearance was as Grace in the HBO anthology series, Room 104 (2017-2020). She played Florence Clarke in the Hulu miniseries The Dropout (2022). Howell-Baptiste also starred as Death in the Netflix adaptation of The Sandman (2022-present), a role that garnered widespread praise. She is also known for her role as Judith in the Apple TV+ series Shrinking (2023-present).
Howell-Baptiste has appeared in several films. She played Anita in Cruella (2021), a Disney live-action film. She was also featured in Queenpins (2021). Her film credits also include Happening (2022) and Silent Night (2023).
While specific awards and nominations directly attributed solely to Kirby Howell-Baptiste are still developing, her performances in highly regarded series such as The Good Place and The Sandman have contributed to the critical acclaim and audience appreciation of those shows. Her portrayal of Death in The Sandman, in particular, has been widely praised for its nuanced and compassionate depiction.
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