English actor Aaron Stone Pierre, born on 7 June 1994, received his training at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. He rose to fame for his portrayal of Dev-Em in the science fiction series Krypton (2018–2019). More recently, he has appeared in the period drama miniseries The Underground Railroad (2021) and starred in the thriller films Old (2021) and Rebel Ridge (2024). In addition, Pierre portrayed Malcolm X in the miniseries Genius and lent his voice to the character Mufasa in Mufasa: The Lion King, both in 2024.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Aaron Stone Pierre |
| Date of Birth | June 7, 1994 |
| Place of Birth | Brixton, London, England |
| Nationality | British |
| Partner | Not publicly disclosed |
| Children | None |
| Occupations | Actor |
| Net Worth | $1 million to $3 million |
Early Life and Education
Pierre, born on 7 June 1994 in London, comes from Jamaican, Curaçao, and Sierra Leone heritage. As a child, he was involved in athletics and sprinting, but his interest in acting grew during his teenage years.
After moving to a new area, he joined the Croydon Young People’s Theatre (CRYPT) and studied Performing Arts at Lewisham College before furthering his training in Toronto and at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, graduating in 2016.
Career
In his career, Aaron Stone Pierre made appearances in two episodes of the BBC One series The A Word and portrayed Roman soldier Antonius in the first series of Sky Atlantic’s Britannia.
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From 2018 onward, he took on the role of Dev-Em in the Syfy series Krypton. In the same year, Pierre starred as Cassio in Othello at Shakespeare’s Globe, earning a commendation for his performance that led to receiving the Ian Charleson Award. He also played the King alongside Lenny Henry in the 2019 production of King Hedley II at the Theatre Royal Stratford East.
American director Barry Jenkins noticed Pierre in Othello and reached out to him, resulting in an invitation to audition for his new series. Pierre landed the role of Caesar in The Underground Railroad, which premiered on Amazon Prime in May 2021. Additionally, in July 2021, he appeared as Mid-Sized Sedan / Brendan in M. Night Shyamalan’s film Old.
Pierre’s collaboration with Barry Jenkins continued as he was cast as a young Mufasa in a Lion King project reported in August 2021. He went on to star in Jeremy Saulnier’s film Rebel Ridge, streaming on Netflix in 2024, after taking over from John Boyega who stepped down for family reasons in October 2021. That same year, Pierre appeared in Foe, based on the novel by Iain Reid.
In 2022, Pierre joined the cast of the upcoming superhero film Blade set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. However, due to script rewrites, he was released from the project by March 2024. He was recognized with the Best Supporting Performance in a Film at the 11th Canadian Screen Awards in 2023 for his role as Francis in the film Brother.
Pierre also provided the voice of a young Mufasa in the project Mufasa: The Lion King. Later, in October 2024, he was cast as John Stewart / Green Lantern in the Lanterns television series by DC Studios.
Personal Life
Aaron Pierre, born on June 7, 1994, in Brixton, London, is a British actor known for his diverse heritage, including Jamaican, Curaçaoan, and Sierra Leonean roots. He tends to keep his personal life private and is currently not married and has no children.
While there have been rumors about potential relationships with actresses Jessica Hardwick or Lori Harvey, there is no confirmed information regarding a girlfriend as of early 2025.
Aaron Pierre Net Worth
As of 2024, Aaron Pierre’s net worth is estimated to be between $1 million and $3 million. This range reflects his growing prominence in the entertainment industry, particularly due to his roles in significant projects like The Underground Railroad and the upcoming Mufasa: The Lion King. His wealth primarily comes from his acting career and potential endorsements.
Filmography
Aaron Pierre has built an impressive filmography that showcases his talent across both film and television:
Film
- Old (2021) – Mid-Sized Sedan / Brendan
- Brother (2022) – Francis
- Foe (2023) – Terrance
- Rebel Ridge (2024) – Terry Richmond
- Mufasa: The Lion King (2024) – Mufasa (voice)
Television
- Prime Suspect 1973 (2017) – Terrence O’Duncie
- The A Word (2017) – James Thorne
- Britannia (2018) – Antonius
- Krypton (2018–2019) – Dev-Em
- The Underground Railroad (2021) – Caesar
- Genius (2024) – Malcolm X
- The Morning Show (2025) – Miles
- Lanterns (2026) – John Stewart / Green Lantern
Pierre has also showcased his skills on stage in productions such as Othello and King Hedley II.
Awards and Nominations
Aaron Pierre has garnered recognition for his performances with several awards and nominations:
Notable Awards
- 2023 Canadian Screen Award: Best Supporting Performance in a Film for Brother (Won).
- 2024 NAACP Image Award: Outstanding Breakthrough Performance in a Motion Picture for Brother (Nominated).
- 2024 Black Reel Award: Outstanding Voice Performance for Mufasa: The Lion King (Nominated).
Nominations
- 2021 Golden Globe Award: Best Supporting Actor for The Underground Railroad.
- 2021 International Online Cinema Awards: Best Supporting Actor for The Underground Railroad.
- 2024 North Texas Film Critics Association Award: Best Newcomer for Rebel Ridge (Nominated).
- 2024 Indiana Film Journalists Association Award: Best Lead Performance for Rebel Ridge (Nominated).
Aaron Pierre’s career continues to flourish as he earns critical acclaim for his work in various mediums.
