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Also Known As Cynthia Chinasaokwu O. Erivo • Cynthia Onyedinamanasu Chinasaokwu Erivo
Born January 8, 1987 (age 39) • London • England
Movies/Tv Shows (Acted In) "The Outsider" (2020) • "Bad Times at the El Royale" (2018) • "Harriet" (2019) • "The Boss Baby: Back in Business" (2018) • "Mr Selfridge" (2016) • "The Tunnel" (2016) • "Broad City" (2017–2019) • "Widows" (2018) • "Carrier" (2019) • "Chewing Gum" (2015)

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When was Cynthia Erivo born?
Cynthia Erivo was born on January 8, 1987.
Where was Cynthia Erivo born?
Cynthia Erivo was born in Stockwell, England, United Kingdom.

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