Danai Gurira is a woman on a mission. In between playing everyone's favorite zombie slayer, Michonne, on The Walking Dead, Danai often lends her voice to raising awareness for women's equality around the globe. In fact, her first name, Danai, originates from Zimbabwe, and fittingly means "to love each other." The 38-year-old actress has been leading by example using her expanding platform to promote activism both on and off the stage. Keep reading to see seven reasons why Danai Gurira is about to be your new celebrity girl crush.