When and where was Dominique Thorne born?
Dominique Thorne was born on the 5th of November 1997 in Brooklyn, New York. Her parents were immigrants from Trinidad and Guyana named Nerissa and Gavin Throne.
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What university did Dominique Thorne attend and when did she graduate?
Dominique Thorne attended Cornell University and received her bachelors degree in Human Development with a minor in Inequality Studies in May 2019. She graduated after being initiated into the Mu Gamma chapter of Delta Sigma Theta sorority in Spring 2018.
Which Marvel role did Dominique Thorne play in Black Panther Wakanda Forever?
Dominique Thorne made her debut as Riri Williams Ironheart in the 2022 feature film Black Panther Wakanda Forever. This appearance introduced the character to millions of viewers worldwide before she reprised the role in the Disney+ miniseries Ironheart in 2025.
Did Dominique Thorne audition for the role of Shuri in Black Panther?
Dominique Thorne auditioned with Marvel Studios for the role of Shuri in the 2018 Marvel Cinematic Universe film Black Panther during 2016. The role eventually went to Letitia Wright instead of Thorne but led to her casting as Riri Williams without additional auditions years later.
When did Dominique Thorne make her Broadway debut and what role did she play?
Dominique Thorne made her official Broadway debut in 2024 with a role in Jaja's African Hair Braiding at the J. Friedman Theatre on Broadway. She played the character Marie Samuel during this run which focused on relationships formed through hair braiding in Harlem.