The main star is Solomon Northup played by Chiwetel Ejiofor a black man who is abducted while living a normal live in New-york. He is then taken to New Orleans to work as a slave in a cotton plantation. Solomon ability to play the violin makes him popular and he gets noticed by the sheriff and later is released.
Lupita plays her role very well as a gentle woman with affection from Solomon. "I wanted to that character justice and represent her with dignity and agency as best as I could and I hope I do that," said Nyong'o holding back her tears. Lupita Nyong’o is the daughter of Kenyan Professor and politician Anyang Nyong’o. Her father is definitely proud of her.
She was born in Mexico while when her father was on exile but is Kenyan. There have been rumors online labeling her as Mexican but even I know she’s is 100% Kenyan. She has also featured on the famous MTV produced series of Shugaa where she also played her role very well.
Other actors who have put Kenya to the limelight are Eddie Githegi who plays Laurent a vampire who feasts on human blood on Twilight. Lupita Nyong’o has been nominated for Best breakthrough actor on the Gotham Awards and New Hollywood Films awards which she won.
Check out Lupita Nyong’o style as it has evolved since she starred on 12 years a slave. She has penchant for designer clothes going by the photos.Plus her toned body makes the clothes fit very well.Now this is what i call good sense of style on another level.But DO I SAY!!