Delroy Lindo reflects on his career and UK support ahead of Oscar nomination

Delroy Lindo, the Lewisham-born actor now aged 73, has received an Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor for his role in Ryan Coogler’s vampire horror film Sinners. Although Lindo acknowledges and appreciates the UK audience’s support, he emphasizes that he does not see himself as British, having moved to the US during his teens. He credits his acting career to the opportunities and training he received in America, including a decade on the New York theatre scene and collaborations with Spike Lee in films such as Malcolm X, Crooklyn, Clockers, and Da 5 Bloods. In Sinners, Lindo’s portrayal of the blues musician Delta Slim, particularly his powerful monologue about a friend who was lynched, has resonated deeply with audiences. Despite the film’s 16 Oscar nominations, which already make it historic, Lindo remains focused on celebrating the achievements of himself and his co-stars rather than the awards themselves. The Oscars ceremony will be held in Los Angeles on 15 March 2026.