After immigrating to the United States in the 1980s, Aghdashloo faced challenges breaking into Hollywood due to her accent and background but persevered, becoming one of the first actresses to achieve mainstream success in the West. Her memoir, The Alley of Love and Yellow Jasmines (2013), chronicles her journey from Tehran to Hollywood, offering insights into her personal struggles, triumphs, and experiences as an immigrant navigating two worlds. In addition to her entertainment career, Aghdashloo is a sought-after narrator, lending her iconic voice to audiobooks, documentaries, and video games, including her role in Mass Effect.
