Mecia Simson
Mecia Simson | |
|---|---|
Comic-Con Germany Stuttgart | |
| Born | Mecia Simone Simson 29 December 1989 Plymouth, England |
| Alma mater | Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts |
| Years active | 2009–present |
Mecia Simone Simson (
fifth series of Britain's Next Top Model (2009). She played Francesca Findabair in the Netflix series The Witcher
(2021–).
Early life and education
Simson was born in
Central School of Speech and Drama in 2016, Simson went on to graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Acting from the Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts in 2019.[2]
Career
At the age of 19, Simson competed in and won the fifth series of the
Beverly Hills-filmed series Model Turned Superstar.[6] She was previously signed with Milk London and Q New York,[7] and is currently signed with Established Models.[8]
After graduating from drama school, Simson made a guest appearance in an episode of the
Brave New World in 2020. The following year, Simson joined the main cast of the Netflix adaptation of The Witcher for its second season as the elven sorceress Francesca Findabair.[9][10][11]
Personal life
Simson moved to London for her career and as of 2023, is based in Hornsey.[12]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Britain's Next Top Model | Herself – Winner | Series 5
|
| 2014 | Model Turned Superstar | Herself – Finalist | |
| 2015 | The Hunt | Laura | Miniseries |
| 2015 | He Who Has It All | Mel | Short film |
| 2020 | Brave New World
|
Alpha Woman One | Episode: "Firefall" |
| 2021–present | The Witcher | Francesca Findabair | Main role (season 2–) |
| 2022 | My Sad, Angry Man | Dr Idida | Short film |
Music video
- "Oh My Goodness" (2011), Olly Murs
References
- ^ Elmes, Sarah (1 July 2023). "Netflix star Mecia Simson describes 'unbelievable' experience on set of The Witcher". Plymouth Herald. Retrieved 15 October 2023.
- ^ "Mecia Simson - Francesca Finabair". The Witcher TV. 17 December 2021. Retrieved 15 October 2023.
- ^ "Britain's Next Top Model Mecia Simson makes cover debut". Evening Standard. 7 July 2009. Retrieved 24 December 2021.
- ^ "Max Factor Christmas Holiday 2010 (with model Mecia Simson)". Models. December 2010. Retrieved 16 October 2023.
- ^ "Exclusive Interview with "The Witcher" star, Mecia Simson". Wonderland. 28 June 2023. Retrieved 16 October 2023.
- ^ "Mecia goes to Hollywood". PL Magazine: 6. 28 October 2014. Retrieved 16 October 2023.
- ^ Morgan, Georgia (14 January 2016). "Britain's Next Top Model 2016 is back tonight but where are the previous winners now?". Wales Online. Retrieved 16 October 2023.
- ^ "Mecia Simson". Established Models. Retrieved 24 December 2021.
- ^ Hadadi, Roxana (21 December 2021). "The Elves Just Can't Catch a Break". Vulture.
- ^ Olivia Emily (12 June 2023). "'The Stakes Are Higher Than Ever': Mecia Simson On The Witcher Season 3". Country & Town House. Retrieved 16 October 2023.
- ^ Vincent, Owen James (30 June 2023). "Mecia Simson". ReVamp. Retrieved 16 October 2023.
- ^ Magnus, Emma (2 June 2023). "Area guide to Hornsey: actor Mecia Simson on the charms of this lively, community-centred part of north London". Evening Standard. Retrieved 16 October 2023.
External links
- Mecia Simson at IMDb
- Mecia Simson