Melody Hurd
Melody Hurd | |
|---|---|
| Born | |
| Occupations | |
| Years active | 2017–present |
| Notable work | Fatherhood Battle at Big Rock |
| Television | Them |
| Parents |
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| Relatives | Lyric Hurd (Sister) Rhythm Hurd (Sister) Tempo Hurd (Sister) |
Melody Hurd is an American actress, dancer and model. She gained recognition for her roles in various films and television series and is best known for her starring roles in Fatherhood (2021),[1] Battle at Big Rock (2019), Cross (2024), and Them (2021). In 2025, she received nominations for both an NAACP Image Award and a BET Award.
Early life
Melody Hurd was born in Maryland, US. From a young age, she displayed a keen interest in performing arts.[2] Encouraged by her family, she began her journey in the entertainment industry as a child model before transitioning into acting.[3]
Career
Modeling
Melody's career began in modeling, where she worked with several notable brands and appeared in various advertisements.[3]
Acting
Melody made her acting debut in the 2019 short film Battle at Big Rock, directed by Colin Trevorrow. Her performance was well-received, leading to more significant roles in television and film.[4]
She gained wider recognition for her role as Gracie Emory in the Amazon Prime series Them (2021). The horror anthology series allowed her to showcase her range as a young actress, earning her critical acclaim.[5][6]
In 2021, Melody starred alongside Kevin Hart in the Netflix film Fatherhood, where she played the role of Maddy Logelin.[7][8] Her performance as the daughter of Hart's character was praised for its emotional depth and maturity.[9][10]
Personal life
Melody Hurd's family includes her mother, Nisha Hurd, who is also involved in the entertainment industry. Melody has three siblings, Lyric Hurd, Rhythm Hurd and Tempo Hurd.[11][2][12]
Filmography
Film and TV Movies
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Battle at Big Rock | Kadasha | Main cast |
| 2021 | Fatherhood | Maddy Logelin | Main cast |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | The Ellen DeGeneres Show | Herself | Episode 38 |
| 2021–2024 | Them | Gracie Emory | Main cast |
| 2024 | Cross | Janelle Cross | Main cast |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025 |
NAACP Image Awards | Outstanding Performance by a Youth (Series, Special, Television Movie or Limited–Series) | Cross | Nominated | [13] |
| BET Awards | Young Stars Award | Nominated | [14] |
References
- ↑ Sneider, Jeff (May 16, 2019). "Kevin Hart Movie Fatherhood Casts Melody Hurd as Young Lead". Collider. Retrieved August 14, 2024.
- 1 2 Henry, Leah (November 1, 2016). "Lyric and Melody Hurd Stopped by to Juju on the Beat". WJLA. Retrieved August 15, 2024.
- 1 2 "The Rising Star Melody Hurd - Illuminating Hollywood In 2023". wwjournals.com. Retrieved August 15, 2024.
- ↑ "'Jurassic World' Releases Tense Short Film 'Battle at Big Rock'". Hypebeast. September 16, 2019. Retrieved August 15, 2024.
- ↑ "Melody Hurd". press.amazonmgmstudios.com. Retrieved August 14, 2024.
- ↑ "Shahadi Wright Joseph And Melody Hurd Among Cast Added To Producer Lena Waithe's Amazon Horror Anthology Series 'Them'". blackfilm.com. October 3, 2019. Retrieved August 15, 2024.
- ↑ Kwakye, Beverly (July 15, 2021). "Meet Netflix's Young Movie Star Melody Hurd". Black Girl Nerds. Retrieved August 15, 2024.
- ↑ Silva, Tiffany (July 12, 2019). "MELODY HURD TO STAR IN NEW KEVIN HART MOVIE, "FATHERHOOD"". BCK Online. Retrieved August 15, 2024.
- ↑ Reyes, Jezzer (June 15, 2021). "Kevin Hart & Melody Hurd Interview: Fatherhood". ScreenRant. Retrieved August 14, 2024.
- ↑ Sneider, Jeff (May 16, 2019). "Kevin Hart Movie Fatherhood Casts Melody Hurd as Young Lead". Collider. Retrieved August 15, 2024.
- ↑ "Who plays 'Maddy' in Netflix's 'Fatherhood'? Name, age and more revealed". Capital XTRA. Retrieved August 15, 2024.
- ↑ "Melody Hurd Siblings: Meet Rhythm, Lyric And Tempo". January 16, 2024. Retrieved August 15, 2024.
- ↑ Lewis, Hilary (February 19, 2025). "NAACP Image Awards: Ayo Edebiri, Taraji P. Henson, Samuel L. Jackson, Keke Palmer Among Night One Non-Televised Winners". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved August 16, 2025.
- ↑ Atkinson, Katie (June 10, 2025). "Here Are the 2025 BET Awards Winners: Full List". Billboard. Retrieved August 16, 2025.
External links
- Melody Hurd at IMDb