Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Known For
Actor
Occupations
Film actor, Television actor, Actor
Birthday
(Wednesday)
Nationality
Citizenship
United States
Languages
English
Spouse
Alano Miller
Residences
Pasadena
Education
Atholton High School, New York University Tisch School of the Arts
Zodiac Sign
♊ Gemini
Chinese Zodiac
鼠 Rat
Popularity
Tier B -- 17,485 Wikipedia views/month
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 22
Year context
Born in 1984 -- Apple Macintosh introduced; Bhopal disaster in India; Ronald Reagan was US president
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Career
Career spanning 18 years (2007-2025)
Zodiac
Born in the Year of the Rat
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Filmography (5)
Biography
DeWanda Wise is an American actress. She has played the lead role as "Nola Darling" in Spike Lee's 2017 Netflix series (10-episodes) She's Gotta Have It- a contemporary update of his 1986 film.
DeWanda was born in Jessup, Maryland and raised in Woodlawn, Laurel and Baltimore. She began acting her sophomore year of at Atholton High School when her high school theatre director, Nathan Rosen offered her a part in a production en lieu of detention. In 2006, she graduated from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts with a bachelor's in fine arts in drama and urban studies. During her undergraduate years she worked as a resident assistant and a stocker at Trader Joe's.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is DeWanda Wise?
DeWanda Wise is 41 years old, born on .
Where was DeWanda Wise born?
DeWanda Wise was born in Baltimore, Maryland, USA.
What movies or shows has DeWanda Wise been in?
DeWanda Wise has 5 credits in our database. Notable titles include Love, Brooklyn (2025), Poolman (2024), Jurassic World Dominion (2022), She's Gotta Have It (2017), Steam (2007).
What is DeWanda Wise known for?
DeWanda Wise is primarily known as an actor. DeWanda Wise is an American actress. She has played the lead role as "Nola Darling" in Spike Lee's 2017 Netflix series (10-episodes) She's Gotta Have…
Where can I find more information about DeWanda Wise?
You can find more about DeWanda Wise on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
