Ava DuVernay
Ava Marie DuVernay
Ava DuVernay is an American executive from Long Beach, California active since 2008.
- Profession
- Filmmaker, Director, Producer
- Born
- August 24, 1972
- Years active
- 2008–present
Early life
A Long Beach, California native, Ava DuVernay worked as a publicist before becoming a filmmaker.
Career
She directed "Selma," "13th," and "A Wrinkle in Time," and created the series "Queen Sugar" and "When They See Us," founding the ARRAY collective.
Major achievements
She became the first Black woman to direct a film nominated for the Best Picture Oscar and won an Emmy.
Legacy
Ava DuVernay is a landmark filmmaker and a champion of representation and distribution for marginalized creators.
References
Frequently asked questions about Ava DuVernay
- What is Ava DuVernay known for?
- Ava DuVernay is an American executive from Long Beach, California active since 2008. Ava DuVernay is recognized as a filmmaker, director, and producer.
- Where is Ava DuVernay from?
- Ava DuVernay is from Long Beach, California.
- When was Ava DuVernay born?
- Ava DuVernay was born on August 24, 1972, in Long Beach, California.
- What kind of music does Ava DuVernay make?
- Ava DuVernay's music spans Film, Television, and Drama.
- Is Ava DuVernay still active?
- Yes — Ava DuVernay has been active since 2008 and continues to work today.
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