About
Laverne Cox is an American actress and prominent LGBTQ advocate. She is best known for her groundbreaking role as Sophia Burset on the Netflix series 'Orange Is the New Black', for which she received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination, a first for a transgender person in an acting category. Cox has also produced and starred in several documentaries and television shows, using her platform to advocate for transgender rights and visibility. She is considered a trailblazer in the entertainment industry and a powerful voice for the transgender community.
Career Timeline
'Orange Is the New Black'
Breakthrough role as Sophia Burset.
Emmy Nomination
Historic Emmy nomination.
Advocacy Work
Rising prominence as an LGBTQ advocate.
'Doubt' Series Regular
Starring in 'Doubt' series.
Continued Success
Maintaining presence in TV and film.
Producing and Acting
Expanding influence in film and television.
Established Actress, Advocate
Continues to work in film, television, and advocacy.
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Last updated: February 24, 2026