Shadia Simmons

Biography

Shadia Simmons, born on June 28, 1986, is a Canadian teacher, director, and former actress. She gained prominence for her role as Corrine Baxter in the television series Strange Days at Blake Holsey High, and for her recurring role as Emily on Life with Derek. Simmons also starred as Piper Dellums in the Disney film The Color of Friendship (2000). The oldest of three siblings, she has a brother, A.J., and a sister, Sabrina, both of whom are professional actors. Simmons is a mother of three, with two daughters and a son. She holds teaching certifications from New York and Ontario and currently teaches at the high school level. In addition to her teaching career, she serves as a director at Star Acting Studios in Canada.