Erivo was born on 8 January 1987 to Nigerian immigrant parents in Stockwell, London. Her mother Edith was 15 years old when the Nigerian Civil War broke out, with Erivo saying that "she's not necessarily a refugee, bu… See more

Erivo first appeared in roles on British television programmes such as Chewing Gum and The Tunnel. Her first stage role was in Marine Parade by Simon Stephens at the Brighton Festival. Her first musical role was in … See more

Erivo is Roman Catholic. She identifies as queer and bisexual. Erivo is dating actress and producer Lena Waithe.
In 2024, Erivo was appointed vice president of her alma mater, the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art… See more