- April 24, 2025
Ilfenesh Hadera was born on December 1, 1985, in New York City, New York, USA. Her father is of Ethiopian-Jewish descent, and her mother is of European-American ancestry. She is fluent in English, French, and Spanish. Hadera attended the Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts in New York City.
Ilfenesh Hadera is an American actress known for her work in television and film. She began her acting career in the early 2010s, securing roles in various short films and television episodes.
Hadera gained wider recognition for her recurring role as Opal Gilstrap in the Spike Lee-directed Netflix series She’s Gotta Have It (2017-2019). She also starred as Mayme Johnson in the Epix (later MGM+) series Godfather of Harlem (2019-2024). Her performance in Godfather of Harlem has been particularly praised.
While specific awards and nominations are not widely publicized, Hadera has gained recognition for consistently delivering strong performances across a variety of roles in both film and television. She is particularly known for her dramatic roles and her ability to portray complex characters.
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