August 26, 1988 (38 years old)
New Haven, Connecticut, United States
0 wins • 1 nominations
Nana Mensah (born August 26, 1988) is a Ghanaian-American actress, writer, and director acclaimed for her multifaceted contributions to film and television. Raised in New Haven, Connecticut, she earned a BA in French and sociology from the University of Pennsylvania before pursuing acting in New York City. Mensah wrote, directed, and starred in Queen of Glory (2021), a film that garnered the Best New Narrative Director award at the Tribeca Film Festival and a nomination for Best First Feature at the Independent Spirit Awards. Her notable acting roles include appearances in The Chair, The Diplomat, New Amsterdam, and An African City.
Primary craft
acting, writing, directing
Birth date
August 26, 1988
Latest project
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Awards
0 wins, 1 nominations
Honors
| Year | Award | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | AMVCA 4 | Best Actress in a Comedy | Nominee |
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