Rosario Dawson joins the cast of Dying Light 2 Stay Human
5 years ago
United States Rosario Dawson is an American actress, producer, and director known for her versatile roles across film and television. She also actively engages in political, social, and environmental causes.
Rosario Dawson is the star of EBY's 'Pain-free T-shirt Bra' campaign, highlighting supportive, pain-free, wireless technology. She is also an investor and board member, promoting body-inclusive clothing.
Co-founded by Rosario Dawson and Abrima Erwiah, Studio One Eighty Nine is a direct-to-consumer, African-inspired lifestyle and fashion brand based in Ghana and the United States, supporting artisan communities.
Rosario Dawson teamed up with American Airlines and Stand Up To Cancer to support cancer research fundraising, advocating for collective efforts in the fight against cancer.
Warby Parker collaborated with Rosario Dawson to reintroduce the Essex frames in new colors, combining fashion with social enterprise, similar to Studio One Eighty Nine's mission.
In October 2008, Dawson became a spokeswoman for TripAdvisor.com's philanthropy program, More Than Footprints, supporting Conservation International, Doctors Without Borders, National Geographic Society, The Nature Conservancy, and Save the Children.
In 2012, Dawson partnered with SodaStream International for the inaugural 'Unbottle the World Day' campaign, aiming to raise awareness about the environmental impact of plastic bottles.
Rosario Dawson was born on May 9, 1979, in New York City. Her mother, Isabel Celeste, is of Puerto Rican and Afro-Cuban descent, and her stepfather, Greg Dawson, is of Irish descent. Her childhood involved living in challenging circumstances, including periods in abandoned apartments. Dawson’s entry into the entertainment industry began at a young age with an appearance on “Sesame Street.” At 15, she was discovered by photographers Larry Clark and Harmony Korine, leading to her debut in the 1995 independent film “Kids.” This marked the beginning of a career that would see her transition from independent cinema to mainstream productions.
Dawson’s career progressed with notable roles in a variety of films and television series. Key film appearances include “Josie and the Pussycats” (2001), “Men in Black II” (2002), Spike Lee’s “25th Hour” (2002), and Oliver Stone’s “Alexander” (2004). Her performance in the film adaptation of the musical “Rent” (2005) earned her a Satellite Award for Best Supporting Actress. She also portrayed Gail in “Sin City” (2005) and Becky in “Clerks II” (2006) and “Clerks III” (2022). In television, Dawson gained recognition for her role as Claire Temple in multiple Marvel Netflix series, including “Daredevil” (2015-2016), “Jessica Jones” (2015), “Luke Cage” (2016-2018), “Iron Fist” (2017), and “The Defenders” (2017). She additionally took on the iconic role of Ahsoka Tano in the “Star Wars” franchise, appearing in “The Mandalorian” (2020), “The Book of Boba Fett” (2022), and her standalone series “Ahsoka” (2023).
Beyond acting, Dawson has expanded her work to include producing and directing. She executive-produced the web series “Gemini Division” (2008) and has served as an executive producer on several documentary films such as “Common Ground” (2023) and “Below the Belt” (2023). Her directorial debut was the short film “Boundless” (2019). Dawson is also recognized for her extensive activism, supporting political, social, and environmental causes. She co-founded Voto Latino to encourage voter registration and has been involved with numerous organizations including the Lower East Side Girls Club, Oxfam, Amnesty International, and Conservation International. Her commitment to advocacy is a significant aspect of her public life.
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