Winston Duke

Winston Duke is an actor and producer recognized for his impactful roles in major film franchises and independent features, offering a diverse array of characters to audiences globally. After his breakout role as M’Baku in Marvel’s acclaimed ‘Black Panther’ in 2018, a performance highlighted by The New York Times, Winston Duke went on to reprise the character in the global blockbusters ‘Avengers: Infinity War’ (2018) and ‘Avengers: Endgame’ (2019), both of which rank among the highest-grossing films worldwide. Duke honed his craft extensively, earning a Master of Fine Arts in acting from the prestigious Yale School of Drama in 2013. He began his professional career with acclaimed stage work for companies such as Portland Stage Company and Yale Repertory Theatre, before transitioning to television with roles in ‘Law & Order: Special Victims Unit’ (2014) and ‘The Messengers’ (2015), as well as a recurring role as Dominic Besson/Mini in ‘Person of Interest’ from 2014 to 2015, and a three-episode arc in ‘Modern Family’ in 2016.

He seamlessly reprised his fan-favorite role as M’Baku in the highly anticipated sequel ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ in 2022, a film that continued the franchise’s global box office success. Most recently, Duke showcased his comedic timing and action capabilities in the 2024 action-comedy ‘The Fall Guy.’ Beyond his on-screen achievements, Duke became a naturalized citizen of Rwanda in 2023, reflecting a deep personal and professional connection to the continent. Audiences can anticipate his return to the blockbuster franchise landscape with an upcoming appearance in ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ slated for 2026, solidifying his continued presence in major studio productions.