Meagan Good, also known as Meagan Monique Good, Born on August 8, is a well-known American actress and model. She first caught the eye of critics with her performance in Eve’s Bayou (1997) before securing a role in the Nickelodeon show Cousin Skeeter (1998-2001) as Nina. Good’s career continued to soar with standout performances in Deliver Us from Eva (2003), Roll Bounce (2005), and Stomp the Yard (2007).
Profile Summary
| Full Name: | Meagan Monique Good |
| Date Of Birth: | August 8, 1981 |
| Place Of Birth: | Los Angeles, U.S |
| Nationality: | American byby a |
| Spouse: | DeVon Franklin(m. 2012; div.2022) |
| Occupations: | Actress, Model, Voice-over Artist |
| Net Worth: | $5 million |
Early Life And Background
Born on August 8, 1981 in the Panorama City area of Los Angeles, Good’s mother Tyra Wardlow-Doyle managed her career during her teenage years while her father Leondis “Leon” Good served as an LAPD officer.
Good comes from a diverse background, with ancestry spanning Jewish, African, Cherokee, Puerto Rican, and Barbadian roots.
Raised in Canyon Country (now Santa Clarita), California, she has three siblings, including actress La’Myia Good. Good started acting at the age of four and describes herself as a nerdy, skinny child with confidence. She credits actress Charlize Theron as a role model in her early adulthood.
Career
In the early days of her career, Meagan Good started as an extra on TV shows like Doogie Howser, M.D. and Amen. At 13, she landed her first film role in the comedy Friday (1995). Good gained critical acclaim for her role in Eve’s Bayou (1997) and was nominated for awards, including a NAACP Image Award.
During 1998-2001, she played Nina in Nickelodeon’s Cousin Skeeter and had roles in movies like 3 Strikes and House Party 4.
Good transitioned into more mature roles in the early 2000s, with standout performances in Biker Boyz and Deliver Us from Eva in 2003. She continued to make appearances in various films like D.E.B.S., You Got Served, and Waist Deep.
Good also ventured into horror films like Venom (2005) and One Missed Call (2008), as well as starring in The Unborn (2009).
In 2010, Meagan Good co-founded Freedom Bridge Entertainment with Marlon Olivera, Tamara Bass, and Ty Hodges. She appeared in the ensemble cast of the 2012 film “Think Like a Man” and starred in “Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues” in 2013. Good also took on a lead role in the TV series “Deception” from January to March in the same year.
Her fashion choice of a royal blue dress designed by Michael Costello at the 2013 BET Awards sparked controversy, as some deemed it inappropriate for her role presenting the award for Best Gospel Artist.
Good has been known to defend her style choices, embracing the label of a “sexy Christian.”
After facing criticism for her dress choice at the 2013 BET Awards, Meagan Good took to Instagram to express her sadness over the judgment passed on her and her then-husband DeVon Franklin. She defended her decision by stating that she picked the dress because she liked it and wanted to show her individuality through her fashion.
In 2014, Good returned for the sequel Think Like a Man Too, where she enjoyed filming in Las Vegas despite initial nervousness due to the lively energy of the city. She went on to star in various films like Deuces (2017), The Intruder (2019), Monster Hunter (2020), and Day Shift (2022).
Good had a lead role in Tyler Perry’s Divorce in the Black in 2024 and starred alongside Taye Diggs in the Lifetime original movie, Terry McMillan Presents: Forever, where they also served as executive producers.
Personal Life
Despite not being brought up in the church, Meagan Good is a Protestant and describes herself as spiritual. She has mentioned in various interviews that she turns down roles that she believes might go against her faith. Jesus is her top hero, and the Bible is the last book she read.
At 22, Good prioritized her career over dating. She started a relationship with DeVon Franklin, an executive and preacher, in 2011 and got engaged in April 2012 before marrying in June the same year.
The couple, known for their commitment to chastity before marriage, announced their divorce in December 2021 after nine years of marriage, finalized in June 2022.
Good began dating actor Jonathan Majors in May 2023, and they got engaged in November 2024 at Ebony magazine’s Power 100 event. They first met in 2022.
Meagan Good Net Worth
Meagan Good, a talented American actress, is known for her impressive work in the entertainment industry. With a successful career, Good has achieved a significant net worth estimated to be around $5 million. Her wealth is a testament to her hard work, dedication, and talent in the world of acting.
Filmography
Films
- 1995 – Make a Wish, Molly
- 1995 – Friday
- 1997 – Eve’s Bayou
- 1999 – The Secret Life of Girls
- 2000 – 3 Strikes
- 2000 – New Kids on the Planet
- 2001 – House Party 4: Down to the Last Minute
- 2003 – Biker Boyz
- 2003 – Deliver Us from Eva
- 2003 – Ride or Die
- 2004 – D.E.B.S.
- 2004 – You Got Served
- 2004 – The Cookout
- 2005 – Brick
- 2005 – Venom
- 2005 – Roll Bounce
- 2006 – Miles from Home
- 2006 – Waist Deep
- 2007 – Stomp the Yard
- 2008 – One Missed Call
- 2008 – The Love Guru
- 2008 – Saw V
- 2009 – The Unborn
- 2011 – Jumping the Broom
- 2011 – Video Girl
- 2011 – 35 and Ticking
- 2012 – LUV
- 2012 – Dysfunctional Friends
- 2012 – Think Like a Man
- 2013 – Don Jon
- 2013 – Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues
- 2014 – Think Like a Man Too
- 2015 – A Girl Like Grace
- 2015 – Charlie, Trevor and a Girl Savannah
- 2017 – Deuces
- 2017 – Love by the 10th Date
- 2018 – A Boy. A Girl. A Dream.
- 2019 – Shazam!
- 2019 – The Intruder
- 2019 – If Not Now, When?
- 2020 – Monster Hunter
- 2021 – Death Saved My Life
- 2022 – Day Shift
- 2023 – Shazam! Fury of the Gods
- 2023 – Buying Back My Daughter
- 2024 – Divorce in The Black
- 2024 – Terry McMillan Presents: Forever
TV Series
- 2012 – Californication
- 2012 – Harry’s Law
- 2013 – Deception
- 2014 – Unsung Hollywood
- 2014 – The Dead Diaries
- 2014 – Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
- 2015 – Mr. Robinson
- 2015 – Minority Report
- 2016 – Unsung Hollywood
- 2016 – Code Black
- 2017 – The Talk
- 2017 – White Famous
- 2018 – The Hollywood Puppet Show
- 2018 – Star
- 2019–20 – Prodigal Son
- 2020 – To Tell the Truth
- 2021 – Celebrity Game Face
- 2021 – American Masters
- 2021 – Overserved with Lisa Vanderpump
- 2021 – Entertainment Tonight
- 2022 – Celebrity Family Feud
- 2022 – The Black Beauty Effect
- 2021–present – Harlem
- 2023 – Uncensored
- 2023 – The Eric Andre Show
