Meagan Good

Meagan Good is an actress, director, and producer who has been active in the industry since 1991. Starting her career as a child actor, she made her first on-screen appearance at the age of 13 in the film "Friday," and soon received critical attention for her role in the film "Eve's Bayou," where her portrayal of Cisely Batiste earned her positive reviews. This very early performance initiated her career as a flexible actress with the ability to excel in dramatic and comedic roles.

In the early 2000s, Good established herself as a popular talent in Hollywood, appearing in well-received films like "Deliver Us from Eva," "You Got Served," and "Roll Bounce." She also gained a strong following for her role as Vanessa Scott on the hit sitcom "My Wife and Kids." Her career took a significant leap forward with her leading role in "Stomp the Yard," and she continued to land notable roles in ensemble films like "Think Like a Man" and its sequel "Think Like a Man Too." Good also starred in "Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues" in 2013.

Good has also made a mark on television, with standout performances in series such as "Deception," where she played Joanna Locasto, the lead character, and "Minority Report." Taking on diverse roles, she stepped into the superhero genre with her roles in the DCEU films "Shazam!" and "Shazam! Fury of the Gods," where she played the superhero version of Darla Dudley. More recently, she joined the main cast of the Amazon Prime series "Harlem" in 2021.

In addition to her acting career, Good has ventured into directing and producing, co-founding the production company Freedom Bridge Entertainment. She has been active in both acting and production roles, demonstrated by her executive producer and starring roles in the Lifetime original movie "Terry McMillan Presents: Forever" in 2024 and "Tyler Perry's Divorce in the Black" for Amazon Prime Video. Good has been nominated for several awards, including NAACP Image Awards and Teen Choice Awards. She is also known for her advocacy work with The Greater Good Foundation, speaking out on representation in Hollywood, faith, and self-empowerment issues.