Yahya Abdul-Mateen II

Yahya Abdul-Mateen II is an actor who needs no introduction – unless you've been living under a rock for the last few years! This dynamic performer has been making waves in the entertainment industry since his debut in 2016, and shows no signs of slowing down. From starring in the Netflix musical drama series The Get Down (2016–2017) to the DC Extended Universe superhero film Aquaman (2018) and the hit HBO series Watchmen (2019), Yahya has brought his larger-than-life personality to each and every role. His portrayal of Bobby Seale in the Netflix historical legal drama Trial of the Chicago 7 (2020) even earned him an Emmy Award! When he's not busy blowing us away with his performances on the big and small screens, Yahya can be found starring in films like Baywatch (2017), The Greatest Showman (2017), and Us (2019). He's also an avid photographer who loves to capture the beauty of his home city of Oakland, California. This amazing actor was born on July 15, 1986, and his star will continue to rise – or should we say, "Black Manta" – for years to come! As Yahya might say, "What’s up, Aquaman?"