Edi Gathegi

Edi Gathegi's wide range of acting roles in both film and television has earned him significant recognition in the industry. In 2018, Gathegi and co-star Sean Carvajal earned Drama Desk Awards for their performances in the Signature Theatre Company's production of "Jesus Hopped the 'A' Train," which also netted Gathegi an OBIE Award. His portrayal of Franco Wicks in "Superior Donuts" led to a LADCC Award for best Lead Actor in a Play in 2011 and a nomination for Featured Actor in a Play at the Ovation Awards the same year. His performance in the film "Princess of the Row" resulted in his selection for the Breakout Acting Award at the Method Fest Independent Film Festival in 2019.

Gathegi has made his mark on popular culture with roles in blockbuster franchises such as "Twilight" and "X-Men: First Class," and he continued this trend with his portrayal of Mister Terrific in the 2025 film "Superman." His versatility is further demonstrated through his performances in a range of television series, including his current starring role as Dev Ayesa in the Apple TV+ original series "For All Mankind," a position he has held since 2022, and a leading role in the Crackle television drama series "StartUp." Character development is a strength of Gathegi's, as evidenced by his portrayal of Matias Solomon in the NBC series "The Blacklist" and its spin-off "The Blacklist: Redemption."