Superhero fans rejoice: Javicia Leslie will be wearing the bat cape in the second series of Batwoman. ‘I am extremely proud to be the first black actress to play the iconic role of Batwoman on television,’ the actress, who previously starred in the comedy-drama God Friended Me, annouced. ‘And as a bisexual woman, I am honoured to join this groundbreaking show which has been such a trailblazer for the LGBTQ+ community.’
The actress will play Ryan Wilder, a new ‘likable, messy, a little goofy and untamed’ character who will take over from Kate Kane, previously played by Ruby Rose{
While we wait for the series, here’s everything you need to know about the talented actress.
Who is Javicia Leslie?
Javicia is a German born actress, who has found fame appearing in two seasons of the series God Friended Me. She was also in the 2019 film Always a Bridesmaid and appeared in the BET series The Family Business.
She was born in Hamburg, but her family moved to Maryland where she grew up in Upper Marlboro. Javicia then attended Hampton University, appearing in productions of Seven Guitars, for colored girls, and Chicago. Later, she moved to LA to pursue an acting career.
Want some more facts about the star? Javicia is bisexual, vegan and trained in Muay Thai.
How old is Javicia Leslie?
Javicia was born on May 30 1987, meaning our calculations make her 33. If by any chance you're into star signs, that makes her a Gemini.
What is Javicia Leslie's Instagram?
Want to follow the actress on the 'gram? Look no further than @javicia.
How can you watch Batwoman in the UK?
You can watch Batwoman on E4 in the UK, but be warned, it is a few months behind America. If you want to catch up on old episodes, you can stream them on All4.
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