Andoh has appeared in BBC sci-fi series Doctor Who, medical drama Casualty, and in CBBC children’s spy show MI High, among others.
On stage, she has appeared in productions including Richard II at Shakespeare’s Globe, Troilus and Cressida with the Royal Shakespeare Company, and Great Expectations at the Bristol Old Vic.
The actress added in her line of work she had the opportunity to meet “the most extraordinary and interesting people” who have “done wonderful things for the country”.
“I think this event is a great time to celebrate the work that lots of people do for the benefit of others in this country,” she said.
“It’s really impressive, so to be in and amongst their number, I feel very humbled and honoured.”