# Suzan Mutesi

Suzan Mutesi (born Suzan Faith Mutesi ) is a Ugandan-Australian actress and author.

## Early life and education

Suzan Mutesi is an acclaimed Ugandan-Australian actress, author, and philanthropist, widely recognized for her remarkable contributions to film, television, fashion, and advocacy. With a career spanning over a decade, she has carved a niche for herself in both Australian and global entertainment industries through her exceptional talent, versatility, and commitment to storytelling. Originally from Uganda, she complete her high school at Delany College, Granville. She received a Bachelor of Design with a major in fashion at Raffles KvB Institute of Technology.

## Film and Television

Mutesi has built a diverse acting portfolio across film and television. she made her international debut came with Marvel Studios’ blockbuster Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
* In 2024, she starred in the action-crime film Sanctuary Pariahs, earning critical acclaim for her leading role.
* In 2024 starred in a romantic comedy film Carmen $ Bolude
* In 2023 a dram film Streets of Color
* Other notable Australian productions include:
* Ruby’s Choice (2021), where she starred alongside Jane Seymour
* Moon Rock for Monday (2020)
Additional appearances include:
* X-Men Origins: Wolverine (2009)
* Truth (2015), alongside Cate Blanchett and Dennis Quaid
* Gossip Nation (2012)
Her television credits include:
* Reality TV debut in The Challenge: Australia (2022)on Network 10
* A recurring role in Netflix’s Heartbreak High (2022), where she played a DJ
* Deadly Women (2019)
Mutesi has also appeared in commercials, including an international campaign for Nicabate (2013–2014), and served as a regular featured extra on Channel 7’s Headland (2005–2006)

## Writing

Mutesi is also an accomplished author:
* Her debut novel, Princess Anendha of Zamikisa: The African Princess (2019), explored themes of heritage and identity.
* In 2020, she published a children's book, Unapologetically Black: Afro Sisters about African women’s resilience and empowerment.
* In 2023, she released, The Immigrant That Found Her Unapologetic Voice. She tells it all from her humble beginnings in her home country of Uganda, all through to her breakthrough in the Australian fashion and entertainment industries and beyond.
* In 2024, she released Love Beyond 30s, a modern guide to dating, self-love, and navigating relationships in one’s 30s.

## Awards and Recognitions

In 2013, Mutesi co-hosted the African Australian Music and Movie Awards, sharing the stage with notable figures like Vivica A. FoxPascal Atuma, Desmond Elliot, and John Dumelo.
Her work has also been recognized in various publications, including a profile in Vogue Magazine as the author who hopes to inspire the next generation to be unapologetically themselves.
Fashion Icon of the Year (2014): Suzan was honored with the Fashion Icon of the Year award at the Afro-Australia Music and Movie Awards in 2014
Best Fashion Contributor in the Diaspora (2014): In the same year, she received the Best Fashion Contributor in the Diaspora award in Uganda.
Fashion Designer Award (2012): Suzan was recognized with a Fashion Designer award from Celebrate African Australians.
Best Book Author (2021): She received the Best Book Author award from Celebration of African-Australians Inc. for her book Unapologetically Black.