Actress & Union Leader; Known for "Law & Order: SVU" & "Star Trek: Picard"; SAG-AFTRA Secretary-Treasurer

New York, NY, USA
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Michelle Hurd Biography

Michelle Hurd is an American actress and union leader known for her work across television, theater, and film in the entertainment industry. Hurd earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Boston University and continued her training at the Alvin Ailey School and London's National Theatre. Her early career included performing in the Off-Broadway play "The Constant Couple" and making her Broadway debut in Stephen Sondheim's "Getting Away with Murder." She received the Robbie Award and the California Theatre Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Drama for her role in the premiere of Richard Greenberg's "The Violet Hour."

Hurd's television career gained momentum with her portrayal of a corrupt FBI informant in an episode of "Law & Order," which led to her casting as Detective Monique Jeffries in "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit." She co-starred with Christopher Meloni and Mariska Hargitay during the show's first season. Hurd continued to appear in a variety of television roles, including recurring appearances on "Hawaii Five-0" and as the antagonist Shepherd on NBC's "Blindspot."

Hurd is recognized for her role as Raffi Musiker in "Star Trek: Picard" and for voicing the character in the audio drama "No Man's Land." She remained a main cast member throughout the series. Her film credits include the romantic comedy "Anyone but You."

Hurd received the Boston University College of Fine Arts Distinguished Alumni Award for her achievements in acting and contributions to the arts and communities. She is an advocate for equity and safety in the entertainment industry, serving as Chair of the National Sexual Harassment Prevention Committee for SAG-AFTRA. Hurd was elected SAG-AFTRA Secretary-Treasurer in national balloting. She has participated in panels such as "The Hyper-Sexualization of Black Women & Girls: A Call to Action," addressing industry stereotypes and advocating for performers' rights.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/30/2026.

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    Michelle Hurd is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Actor, Female Leadership, Influential Women, Television & Film
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