Niecy Nash-Betts
ActingAbout Niecy Nash-Betts
Niecy Nash-Betts (born Carol Denise Ensley; born February 23, 1970), is an American actress, comedian and television host, best known for her roles as Agent Simone Clark on The Rookie: Feds, Deputy Raineesha Williams on the Reno 911 franchise, Desna on Claws, Lolli Ballentine on The Soul Man, Glenda Cleveland on the Netflix series Dahmer, Dr. Jamie Ryan on Never Have I Ever, Flo Kennedy on Mrs. America, Deloris Wise on When They See Us, Denise Hemphill on Scream Queens, and Didi Ortley on Getting On. She hosted the reality show Clean House and the game show Don't Forget the Lyrics! as well as guest hosting 5 episodes of The Masked Singer, Season 5. She also appeared multiple times on the new Match Game. Her best known movie roles are as Gloria Williams in Stolen by My Mother: The Kamiyah Mobley Story, Richie Jean Jackson in Selma, Michelle in Not Easily Broken, and Naomi in Guess Who. She also voiced Rosalita in the film G-Force, and Bertie on the series Agent Elvis.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Niecy Nash-Betts reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 31 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Niecy Nash-Betts's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 26% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Niecy Nash-Betts remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Taraji's White Hot Holiday Special, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Niecy Nash-Betts Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Niecy Nash-Betts's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Niecy Nash-Betts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Cosmetic Criminals | Agent Boudreaux | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Origin | Marion Wilkerson | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Reno 911!: It's a Wonderful Heist | Deputy Raineesha Williams | Average | Similar → |
| 2022 | Beauty | Beauty's Mother | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Reno 911!: The Hunt for QAnon | Deputy Raineesha Williams | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Uncorked | Sylvia | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | Stolen by My Mother: The Kamiyah Mobley Story | Gloria Williams | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Marvel Rising: Playing with Fire | Shocktress (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Family Feud | Foremother | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Downsizing | Leisureland Salesperson | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Taraji's White Hot Holiday Special | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Cook-Off! | Ladybug Briggs | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Selma | Richie Jean Jackson | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Walk of Shame | Bus Driver | Average | Similar → |
| 2013 | Nurse 3-D | Regina | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Trust Me | Angie | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | G-Force | Rosalita | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | The Proposal | Stewardess (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Not Easily Broken | Michelle | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Horton Hears a Who! | Miss Yelp (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Reno 911! Reno's Most Wanted Uncensored | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Reno 911!: Miami | Deputy Raineesha Williams | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Code Name: The Cleaner | Jacuzzi | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Here Comes Peter Cottontail: The Movie | Mama Robin (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Guess Who | Naomi | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Hair Show | Debra | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Malibu's Most Wanted | Gladys | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Bachelor | African-American Bride | Flop | Similar → |
| 1999 | Cookie's Fortune | Wanda Carter | Average | Similar → |
| 1995 | Boys on the Side | Woman at Diner | Average | Similar → |
Niecy Nash-Betts - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Niecy Nash-Betts?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Niecy Nash-Betts is "Taraji's White Hot Holiday Special" with a rating of 8.4/10.
How many movies has Niecy Nash-Betts acted in?
Niecy Nash-Betts has been featured in at least 31 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Niecy Nash-Betts?
Other notable films include "Stolen by My Mother: The Kamiyah Mobley Story", "Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy", and "Selma".