Ruth Negga Photographed by Mario Testino
Photographed by Mario Testino, Vogue, January 20171/6The Spectacular Now
“There’s often a job that’s a ‘before and after’ for an actor,” says Negga of her Loving role. “This is that kind of job for me.” Christopher Kane top and skirt. Rebecca de Ravenel earrings. Christian Louboutin heels.
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Photographed by Mario Testino, Vogue, January 20172/6Face to Face
As Mildred Loving, Negga captures the quiet strength of a woman determined to have her interracial marriage be recognized in 1958 Virginia. The landmark case Loving v. Virginia changed American law. Gucci top and sequined leggings.
Photographed by Mario Testino, Vogue, January 20173/6Free Spirit
The Irish-Ethiopian actress spent most of her childhood in County Limerick, surrounded by cousins—“about 23 boys,” she says. “I was an attention seeker, always in trouble.” Givenchy by Riccardo Tisci embroidered jacket, tulle top, and trousers.
Photographed by Mario Testino, Vogue, January 20174/6Full Force
“Maybe there’s something about her being a bit of an outsider, no matter where she is, that gives her that kind of fighter’s edge,” says the director Annie Ryan. Louis Vuitton top, pants, and pumps.
Photographed by Mario Testino, Vogue, January 20175/6Feminine Mystique
“She seems to have secrets,” says Nicholas Hytner, who has directed Negga twice at London’s National Theatre. Balenciaga top. Paula Mendoza Jewelry ear cuffs.
