Henry Simmons : Balancing Acting Success With Grace

“Working with Diana has changed my life as an actor and as a man. And believe me, my experience is not unique. It is like that with every person who works with her. I‘m truly grateful to her. I believe in her. I trust her. There’s no one better.“
– Henry Simmons

Henry has had a thriving acting career that has spanned over two decades. You might recognize him as Detective Baldwin Jones on ABC’s NYPD Blue or if you’re a Marvel fan then you know him as Alphonso ‘Mack’ Mackenzie on Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. 

The Acting Class for the Working Actor

There’s no doubt that Henry is a powerhouse actor with a resume to boot. His stellar career got a start in New York before moving to Los Angeles. His many years in the industry have given him the opportunity to play a variety of people from all walks of life. 

Thanks to all this experience Henry knows the value of a strong acting class that supports you and helps you to deepen your work. When looking for an acting studio in L.A. to do just that, Henry was led to us by someone near and dear to him – his wonderfully talented wife Sophina Brown, who started studying with us in 2015. 

Since Henry joined classes with Diana Castle, his career has only continued to flourish. His latest booking is proof of that and more. You can see him recurring on MGM+ series Emperor of Ocean Park –  where he plays the son of Academy Award winner Forest Whitaker.

How to Have a Long Acting Career

Henry is multi-hyphenate not just in the industry but in his own life. He also carries the titles of husband and dad proudly. It takes a lot to balance a triumphant acting career with a bountiful home life. The professionals know that a strong foundation is key to longevity. Discover your personal bedrock at The Imagined Life®. Day one starts in our Introductory Workshop.