Many people fell in love with Gugu when she starred in "San Junipero", which is often described as the best episode of the anthology series Black Mirror. The chemistry between her and costar Mackenzie Davis is electric, and Gugu, who was born in 1983, loved having fun with the '80s costumes and makeup. The role came to the actress after a number of serious, emotionally strained performances. Gugu told the Evening Standard, "I just needed to express some joy!"