Janelle Monáe

Janelle Monáe Robinson (born December 1, 1985) is an American singer, songwriter, rapper, record producer, actor, and model from Kansas City, Kansas. She began her musical career in 2003, and released her debut album 'The ArchAndroid' in 2010 which was met with critical acclaim and gained her international recognition. Monáe made her live action acting film debut in the Academy Award winning 2016 film 'Moonlight'. The same year she starred in the biographical drama film 'Hidden Figures' alongside Taraji P. Henson and Octavia Spencer. For her musical work, Monáe has earned eight Grammy Award nominations.

Personal Info

Known For Acting

Gender Other

Birthday December 1, 1985

Place of Birth Kansas City, Kansas, United States

Filmography

2022

Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery

as Andi Brand

Movie

2014

Rio 2

as Dr. Monae (voice)

Movie