Born in Detroit, Michigan, she is an accomplished American actress best known for her role as Misty Knight in the Marvel Cinematic Universe series "Luke Cage." She studied at Howard University and further honed her craft at the British American Drama Academy in Oxford. Beyond her breakout role, she has appeared in series like "The Defenders" and "Iron Fist," and starred as the lead in CBS's "All Rise." Her dynamic performances have established her as a prominent figure in television.