Shadia Simmons facts for kids

Shadia Simmons was born on June 28, 1986. She is a talented Canadian teacher and director. Before becoming a teacher, Shadia was a well-known actress.

She is famous for playing Corrine Baxter in the TV show Strange Days at Blake Holsey High. She also had a recurring role as Emily on Life with Derek. Many people remember her for her main role as Piper Dellums in the movie The Color of Friendship (2000).

Shadia's Acting Journey

Early Roles and Disney Movies

Shadia Simmons started her acting career in 1995. Her very first movie was Moonlight and Valentino. In this film, she played Jenny Morrow. Her character was the daughter of a role played by the famous actress Whoopi Goldberg.

She also appeared in a Disney movie called A Saintly Switch. Shadia was chosen for several other movies made by the Disney Channel Original Movies. These roles helped her become a familiar face to many young viewers.

Starring in TV Series

Shadia Simmons starred in four different television series. One of these was Ace Lightning. She also appeared in I Was a Sixth Grade Alien.

Later, she became well-known for her roles in Life with Derek and Strange Days at Blake Holsey High. These shows were very popular and helped her gain many fans.

Shadia's Life Outside Acting

Family and Siblings

Shadia Simmons is the oldest of three children. She has a younger brother named A.J.. Her sister's name is Sabrina. Both A.J. and Sabrina are also professional actors, just like Shadia was.

Shadia is also a parent herself. She has three children. She has two daughters and one son.

Becoming a Teacher and Director

After her acting career, Shadia decided to pursue a new path. She earned teaching certifications in both New York and Ontario. Today, she teaches at the high school level.

Besides teaching, Shadia is also a director. She works at Star Acting Studios. There, she helps guide and train new actors.

Shadia Simmons: Film and TV Roles

Movies and TV Films

Shadia Simmons appeared in many movies and TV films. Here are some of her notable roles:

• 1995: Moonlight and Valentino as Jenny Morrow
• 1996: Holiday Affair as Girl on Rollerblades
• 1997: In His Father's Shoes as Maggie
• 1997: Color of Justice as Harriet
• 1999: A Saintly Switch as Annette Anderson
• 1999: Dear America: A Picture of Freedom as Clotee
• 2000: The Color of Friendship as Piper Dellums
• 2000: Quints as Zoe
• 2000: Virtual Mom as Amy
• 2000: The Sandy Bottom Orchestra as Jenny
• 2001: Zenon: The Zequel as Nebula Wade
• 2002: Too Young to Be a Dad as Blair

Television Series Appearances

Shadia also had many roles in popular TV series:

• 1996: Goosebumps as Alicia (Episode: "Night of the Living Dummy II")
• 1998: Noddy as Actor
• 2000: Are You Afraid of the Dark? as A.J. (Episode: "The Tale of the Night Nurse")
• 2000: I Was a Sixth Grade Alien as October Wilde (13 episodes)
• 2001–2002: The Zack Files as Sarah (6 episodes)
• 2002: Girlstuff/Boystuff as Eva and Pretty Reporter (2 episodes)
• 2002–2006: Strange Days at Blake Holsey High as Corrine Baxter (Main role, 38 episodes)
• 2002–2004: Ace Lightning as Samantha Thompson (29 episodes)
• 2005–2009: Life with Derek as Emily Davis (Recurring role, 47 episodes)

See also

In Spanish: Shadia Simmons para niños