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Celeste O’Connor, born in Nairobi, Kenya, is an American actor known for their roles in a variety of films, demonstrating a broad range of acting skills. Raised in Baltimore, Maryland, O’Connor pursued education at Johns Hopkins University with a major in public health and pre-medicine, alongside taking courses in Islamic studies. Their acting career began with notable performances in “Irreplaceable You” (2018) as the younger version of Gugu Mbatha-Raw’s character, and in “Selah and the Spades” (2019), where they played Paloma Davis. O’Connor’s role in “Ghostbusters: Afterlife” (2021) and its 2024 sequel, alongside appearances in “Madame Web” (2024), marks significant milestones in their career.

O’Connor’s collaborations have significantly contributed to their career development. In “Irreplaceable You,” working alongside Gugu Mbatha-Raw provided O’Connor with an early opportunity to engage in a major film production. The partnership with director Tayarisha Poe on “Selah and the Spades” was critical for showcasing O’Connor’s ability to lead in a complex narrative. Their involvement in “Ghostbusters: Afterlife” connected O’Connor with industry veterans like director Jason Reitman and co-stars Finn Wolfhard and McKenna Grace. The role in “Madame Web” (2024) saw O’Connor working with Dakota Johnson.