John Boyega, the British actor known for his role in the Star Wars trilogy, has recently signed with UTA (United Talent Agency), according to The Hollywood Reporter. In addition to representing Boyega in all areas, UTA has also signed his production company, UpperRoom Productions.
This marks Boyega’s return to Hollywood agencies after four years away. He had previously been represented by WME before leaving in 2019. Since then, he has been solely represented by Femi Oguns at the U.K.’s Identity Agency Group. However, with this new deal, Boyega will now have the support and resources of UTA behind him.
Boyega has been on a successful streak in recent years. He won a Golden Globe and Critics Choice Award for his role in Steve McQueen’s Small Axe anthology in 2021. The previous year, he received critical acclaim for his lead performance in Breaking, which he also executive produced. He also starred in Gina Prince-Bythewood’s historical epic The Woman King.
His latest film, the sci-fi comedy They Cloned Tyrone, in which he stars alongside Jamie Foxx, recently opened the American Black Film Festival in Miami and will be available on Netflix starting July 21. Boyega’s upcoming projects include the highly anticipated sequel to his breakout film Attack the Block, which he will be collaborating on with writer/director Joe Cornish.
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In addition to his acting career, Boyega has been actively involved in advocacy work and has been a strong supporter of racial equality. He will continue to be represented by Femi Oguns at Identity Agency Group, align Public Relations, and Sloane, Offer, Weber & Dern.
Since its founding in 2016, UpperRoom Productions has been making waves in the industry. The company has secured deals with studios and streamers for both African features and kids’ animation. With UTA now backing his production company, Boyega has even more opportunities to bring diverse stories to the screen.
Signing with UTA provides Boyega with a powerful network and a platform to further expand his career. With his talent, success, and passionate advocacy, it’s no wonder that he has become a sought-after actor and producer in the industry.
In conclusion, John Boyega’s signing with UTA is a significant milestone in his career. It represents a new chapter for the actor as he continues to rise in Hollywood. With his upcoming projects and the support of UTA and his production company, UpperRoom Productions, Boyega is set to make an even bigger impact in the industry. We look forward to seeing what he will achieve in the years to come.
