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Freema Agyeman

Freema Agyeman is an English actress best known for playing Martha Jones in *Doctor Who* and *Torchwood*, Alesha Phillips in *Law & Order: UK*, Amanita Caplan in *Sense8*, and Dr.

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Freema Agyeman is a British actress known for roles in *Doctor Who*, *Law & Order: UK*, *Sense8*, and *New Amsterdam*. Born in London on 20 March 1979, she studied at Middlesex University and began her television career in 2001.

Early life and education

Freema Agyeman was born in London on 20 March 1979. Her birth name is Frema Agyeman. She studied at Middlesex University.

Breakthrough on television

Agyeman became widely known for playing Martha Jones in *Doctor Who* and appearing in *Torchwood*. These roles established her as a prominent British television actress.

Later career

She later took major roles in *Law & Order: UK*, *Sense8*, and *New Amsterdam*. These parts expanded her profile across British and American television.

Screen roles and recognition

Agyeman's career has included work in science fiction, legal drama, and medical drama. Her most widely recognised performances are the ones cited in her major television credits.

Key facts

  • She rose to prominence through her role as Martha Jones in the BBC series *Doctor Who* and its spin-off *Torchwood*.
  • She portrayed Alesha Phillips in the ITV legal drama *Law & Order: UK*.
  • She played Amanita Caplan in the Netflix science-fiction series *Sense8*.
  • She starred as Dr. Helen Sharpe in NBC's *New Amsterdam*.
  • She was born in London and studied at Middlesex University.
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Canadian context

Freema Agyeman's work has reached Canadian audiences through internationally distributed television series such as *Doctor Who*, *Sense8*, and *New Amsterdam*.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Freema Agyeman?
Freema Agyeman is a British actress known for major television roles in *Doctor Who*, *Law & Order: UK*, *Sense8*, and *New Amsterdam*.
What is Freema Agyeman best known for?
She is best known for playing Martha Jones in *Doctor Who* and *Torchwood*.
When was Freema Agyeman born?
She was born on 20 March 1979 in London, England.
What was Freema Agyeman's birth name?
Her birth name is Frema Agyeman.
What did Freema Agyeman study?
She studied at Middlesex University and is listed as having a BA.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freema_Agyeman
    Supports: Birth date and place, birth name, education, occupation, years active, and major television roles.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1303956/bio/
    Supports: Birth date and place, birth name, and notable acting credits.