LaKeith Lee Stanfield, born August 12, 1991, is an American actor and musician known for his versatility and his performances in acclaimed films and television series. He first gained major recognition for the independent film *Short Term 12* (2013), for which he received an Independent Spirit Award nomination. His fame grew with his role as Darius Epps in the hit series *Atlanta* (2016–2022) and through appearances in notable films such as *Get Out* (2017), *Sorry to Bother You* (2018), and *Knives Out* (2019). His portrayal of FBI informant William O'Neal in the biographical drama *Judas and the Black Messiah* (2021) earned him his first Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor. His subsequent works include the western *The Harder They Fall* (2021) and the drama series *The Changeling* (2023), in which he plays the lead role.