For the first time in any Tolkien adaptation, we have a female black dwarf, and she’s played by Sophia Nomvete. Appearing as “Disa” in The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, the actress is thrilled for audiences to see her take on the character as “a formidable and formidable woman.”
Continue reading “Sophia Nomvete Biography” to learn more about her.
Sophia Nomvete on The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power
Amazon Prime Video’s The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power may be set in the Second Age of Middle-earth, but some of the characters are entirely new creations. And among those new entities, Sophia Nomvete gets the chance to play a dwarf princess, “Disa,” who marries Durin IV (Owain Arthur).
Recalling her audition, Sophia shared that she had an advantage over the others because the dwarf princess was “maternal,” and she was about eight days away from giving birth to her daughter. “I thought, well, you can’t get much more maternal than that,” the actress joked.
However, the actress initially had no idea when she auditioned for the role. But when she did audition, it felt like “a dream come true on a personal level and on a career level.” And not just because she’s the first female black dwarf to appear on screen or touch Tolkien’s work, but because she’s a “mother, and being able to nurture this character, a princess,” is everything she believes “this world and this franchise needs and should be really proud of.”
In case you haven’t seen the show, the character of Sophia is one of the “cogs that keep Khazad-dûm in motion.” Using her talents, intelligence, and strength, the princess helps rule what was a prosperous and vibrant kingdom at the time—a society very different from the crumbling underworld we saw during the events of The Lord of the Rings.
But despite her quirky performance, she has faced some racist trolls arguing about the diverse cast of characters in the new Middle-earth fantasy. She responded, “I have to look at the bigger picture, and the bigger picture is that I’m here.”
Sophia Nomvete’s career
Sophia Nomvete is an up-and-coming actress. She made her television debut in the 2018 film The Tempest as “Stephana”. She then appeared as “Captain HeyHo” in Swashbuckle (2019), and is currently starring in The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.
However, Sophia has been acting all her life — mostly in stage plays.
Here is a list of some of her works — “Gwen” in Billionaire Boy, “Peter Quince” in A Midsummer Nights Dream, “Joan 3/Avis Bunnage” in Miss Littlewood, “Glinda/Aunt Em” in The Wizard Of Oz, “Dexter” in Vice Versa, and “Mrs. Otter” in Wind In The Willows.
For her leading role as “Miss Sofia” in the European premiere of The Color Purple (Menier Chocolate Factory), Sophia was even nominated for “Best Supporting Actress” by WhatsOnStage and “Best Supporting Role in a Musical” by The Evening Standard and Broadway World.
What is Sophia Nomvete’s net worth?
As of 2022, Sophia Nomvete has a net worth of under $300 thousand.
Sophia Nomvete’s age
Sophia Nomvete is 37 years old when she appears in The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power in 2022.
However, she was 35 years old when she started filming the show.
Sophia Nomvete Height
Sophia Nomvete stands just under 5 feet 9 inches (175 cm) tall.
Is Sophia Nomvete married?
Yes, Sophia Nomvete married her husband Daniel Cox in 2022.
According to the actress, her husband is her “soul mate, her other half, the calm in the storm of all the crazy things.” It is also thanks to his inspiration and optimism that Sophia has come this far.
“I envied him, I admired him, and I wanted a little bit of what he had. Calm, composed, with a strong sense of self-worth, quietly standing in his power,” she added.
The couple started their story in 2013 and exchanged vows in January 2021.
As for their children, they welcomed a baby girl named Corah in August 2019—a week after Sophia landed her role in Lord of the Rings. Filming while juggling motherhood, Sophia later realized her strength and drive. “It was so empowering,” she explains.
Her daughter turns 3 in 2022. “You are the most amazing daughter in the world, smart, funny and beautiful! Just like your mom, you will change the world! I love you,” Daniel wished his daughter a happy birthday.
The last time we saw Sophia with her husband was when they attended the premiere of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power on August 30, 2022 in London, England.
Did you know: Sophia’s costume in LOTR was designed so she could breastfeed between scenes.
Does Sophia Nomvete use Instagram and Twitter?
Yes, find her on Instagram @sophianomvete_official and Twitter @SophiaNomvete.
Also, here is her Facebook @sophianomveteofficial.
Related FAQs
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When is Sophia Nomvete’s birthday?
Sophia’s birthday is July 24 and she is a Leo.
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Where is Sophia Nomvete from?
Sophia is from the UK. But she boasts African/Iranian heritage and speaks fluent Persian.
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What do we know about Sophia Nomvete’s family?
Sophia and her two brothers Sandile and Sebastian Nomvete were raised by their single mother Sohaila. And because of that, Sophia considers her mother her “hero”.
“After leaving Iran and emerging into a very different Western world, you raised me alone, playing the role of two parents. You taught me Persian and raised me to be brave, fearless and confident, and for that I will be forever grateful,” Sophia praised her mother on her birthday (July 31).
Besides her mother, Sophia is also proud of her aunt Pamela.