Bukky Bakray (born in 2002) is a British actress and writer. She is known for her breakthrough debut role in the 2019 coming-of-age drama film Rocks. At 19, she became the youngest BAFTA Rising Star Award recipient as well as one of the youngest Best Actress in a Leading Role nominee. She appeared on the 2021 Forbes 30 Under 30 list.
Bukky Bakray Nominations
Hackney-born teenager Bukky Bakray is up for Leading Actress and Rising Star at next month’s BAFTAs for her debut role in the locally made film Rocks.
The movie, which sees Bakray’s character leans on her friends as she and her little brother evade social services, has been nominated in seven categories, including best film and best director for Sarah Gavron.
Bukky Bakray Awards
At 19, she became the youngest BAFTA Rising Star Award recipient as well as one of the youngest Best Actress in a Leading Role nominee. She appeared on the 2021 Forbes 30 Under 30 list.
Upcoming Movie
Bakray has upcoming roles in the film Self-Charm directed by Ella Greenwood, the BBC One series You Don’t Know Me, and the Apple TV+ series Liaison.