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Embracing otherness, embracing myself

Actor Thandiwe Newton tells the story of finding her "otherness" -- first, as a child growing up in two distinct cultures, and then as an actor playing with many different selves. A warm, wise talk, fresh from the stage at TEDGlobal 2011.

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Actor Thandiwe Newton tells the story of finding her "otherness" -- first, as a child growing up in two distinct cultures, and then as an actor playing with many different selves. A warm, wise talk, fresh from the stage at TEDGlobal 2011.

This talk was presented at an official TED conference. TED's editors chose to feature it for you.

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Thandiwe Newton

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Swinging from Hollywood blockbusters to sensitive indie films, Thandiwe Newton brings thoughtfulness and delicate beauty to her work.