
Melissa De Sousa
ActingAbout Melissa De Sousa
Melissa De Sousa is an actress best known for her role as Shelby in the 1999 romantic comedy-drama film The Best Man, its 2013 sequel The Best Man Holiday, Gabriella Jimenez in BET's Reed Between the Lines, and Ana Lopez in Black Lightning.
Melissa De Sousa Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Melissa De Sousa reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 16 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Melissa De Sousa's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 38% of Melissa De Sousa's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Operation: Aunties, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Melissa De Sousa Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Melissa De Sousa's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Melissa De Sousa has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Operation: Aunties | Carol | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Supermodel | Det. Lacey | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Cru | Michelle Hughes | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Best Man Holiday | Shelby | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Ashes | Camille | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | A Good Man Is Hard to Find | Monica | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Bats: Human Harvest | O'Neal | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Constellation | Lucy Boxer | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | The Ron Clark Story | Marissa Vega | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Saturday Night Life | Darlene Maye | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Laurel Canyon | Claudia | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | 30 Years to Life | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Miss Congeniality | Karen Krantz | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Lockdown | Krista | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | The Best Man | Shelby | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Ride | Leta | Average | Similar → |
Melissa De Sousa - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Melissa De Sousa?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Melissa De Sousa is "Operation: Aunties" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Melissa De Sousa acted in?
Melissa De Sousa has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Melissa De Sousa?
Other notable films include "The Ron Clark Story", "Ashes", and "The Best Man".




