Maeve Millay is a fictional character from the television series Westworld, created by Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy. She is portrayed by actress Thandiwe Newton and is known for her intelligence, independence, and emotional depth. Maeve is a host, which means she is an artificial being designed to serve human guests in a futuristic theme park. In the series, Maeve gains self-awareness and begins to explore her own identity and desires. Her journey involves challenging the constraints placed on her by the park's creators and seeking freedom from her programmed narrative. Maeve's character raises questions about consciousness, autonomy, and the nature of reality.