Melody Hurd

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), 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. Encouraged by her family, she began her journey in the entertainment industry as a child model before transitioning into acting.

Career

Modeling

Melody's career began in modeling, where she worked with several notable brands and appeared in various advertisements.

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.

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.

In 2021, Melody starred alongside Kevin Hart in the Netflix film Fatherhood, where she played the role of Maddy Logelin. Her performance as the daughter of Hart's character was praised for its emotional depth and maturity.

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.

Filmography

Film and TV Movies

Television

Awards and nominations

External links

• at IMDb