Marjan Neshat

Marjan Neshat (born ) is an Iranian actress. In 2025, her performances in the play English gave her a nomination for the Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play.

Early life Born in Tehran, her family left Iran in 1984, when she was eight years-old, following incidents that caused them to fear for their safety. She had an uncle living in Seattle who managed to help get them visas to the United States. Neshat had wanted to be an actress from a young age. She moved to New York City in 1998 and studied at State University of New York at Purchase.

Career Stage She made her Off-Broadway debut in 2002 in Donna Spector play Golden Ladder. It debuted on Broadway at the Roundabout Theatre Company's Todd Haimes Theatre in January 2025. He performance won her an Obie Award and in 2025, she became the first Iranian-born actress ever nominated for the Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play.

Film and television Her film credits include Sex and the City 2 (2010) and Rockaway (2017). Her television roles include New Amsterdam, Quantico, Elementary and Blue Bloods.

Awards and nominations

Personal life She has a son, Wilder.