Jordan Haworth Peele is an American actor, comedian, and filmmaker known for his work in comedy and horror. Best known for the sketch series Key & Peele, Peele received multiple Primetime Emmy Awards before transitioning to directing. His 2017 debut feature Get Out earned an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay, making him the first African American writer to win in that category. He followed with Us (2019) and Nope (2022), establishing himself as a leading voice in psychological horror. Peele also produced Candyman (2021) through his company Monkeypaw Productions, founded in 2012, with additional recognition including BAFTA and Golden Globe nominations.
