Danai has been nominated for several awards over the years. It’s so wonderful to see her be recognized for her talent as an actress and playwright. Here’s a listing of her awards and nominations by year. The trophy indicates a win for that nomination. If I missed something or if this page needs corrections, please let me know!
| Year | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Tony Award for Best Play, Eclipsed | Nominated |
| 2016 | Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actress on Television, The Walking Dead | |
| 2016 | NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series, The Walking Dead | Nominated |
| 2013 | Black Reel Award for Best Actress, Mother of George | |
| 2013 | Black Reel Award for Best Breakthrough Performance, Mother of George | Nominated |
| 2013 | American Black Film Festival – Best Actress, Mother of George | Nominated |
| 2012 | Satellite Award for Best Cast – Television Series, The Walking Dead | |
| 2007 | Method Fest Film Festival for Best Supporting Actress, The Visitor | |
| 2007 | Boston Society of Film Critics Award for Best Cast, The Visitor | Nominated |
| 2007 | Gotham Awards for Best Ensemble Cast, The Visitor | Nominated |
Source: Wikipedia
