Simone Missick

Simone Missick (née Cook; born January 19, 1982) is an American film and television actress. She gained recognition for her role as Detective Misty Knight in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, appearing in Luke Cage, The Defenders, and Iron Fist. Missick also starred as Lola Carmichael in the television series All Rise since 2019. She graduated from Renaissance High School in Detroit, Michigan, in 1999 and later completed her studies at Howard University in 2003. Missick honed her acting skills by taking master classes at the British American Drama Academy in England, studying under esteemed actors such as Ben Kingsley, Alan Rickman, and Jane Lapotaire. Throughout her career, she has appeared in various independent films and TV shows, showcasing her versatility as an actress.