Lupita Nyong’o to star in Trevor Noah’s biopic

by Kwanele Mathebula
Lupita Nyong'o

Oscar award-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o is set to produce and star in the feature film adaptation of Trevor Noah‘s best-selling book Born A Crime. Lupita will star as the comedian’s mother in the film and Trevor expressed his excitement at the news. Lupita and Trevor announced the news on their social media platforms.

We can’t wait to watch it!

When I read @TrevorNoah’s “Born A Crime,” I could not put the book down. Excited to announce that I will be starring in and producing its feature film adaptation! #BornACrime

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