Actor & Cultural Consultant

Contributed as an actor and cultural consultant for the acclaimed Apple TV+ series Little America. This episode captured the complexities of the Somali diaspora experience, ensuring that cultural nuances and identity challenges were authentically represented.

Objective:

To deliver a compelling on-screen performance while ensuring that Somali culture was accurately portrayed in the script, set design, and character development.

My Role & Process:

• Acted in a supporting role, delivering a nuanced performance that reflected the Somali immigrant experience.

• Provided cultural consulting to ensure accurate representation of Somali traditions, language, and community dynamics.

• Collaborated with the creative team, advising on costuming, dialogue, and cultural context for authenticity.

The episode was praised for its emotional depth and cultural accuracy, making Little America a standout series in diverse storytelling.

Watch the episode on Apple TV+