Raegan Revord (born January 3, 2008) is an American actress best known for her role as Melissa “Missy” Cooper in the CBS comedy series Young Sheldon. She has quickly made a name for herself in Hollywood with her impressive body of work and rising talent.
Early Life and Career
Raegan Revord was born on January 3, 2008, in San Diego, California. She is the only child of Holly Revord. Her family moved to Los Angeles to support her dream of becoming an actress. Revord began her acting career at the age of six, making her screen debut in the short film Tortoise, starring David Arquette. Before appearing on television, she featured in various print and television commercials.
Breakthrough Role
Revord’s breakthrough role came in 2017 when she was cast as Missy Cooper, the twin sister of Sheldon Cooper, in the The Big Bang Theory spin-off series Young Sheldon. Her character adds a dynamic and sassy element to the show, serving as a counterbalance to her academically gifted twin brother. Revord’s performance has been widely praised, and she has become a fan favorite on the show.
Other Work
In addition to her role on Young Sheldon, Revord has appeared in several other television series. She played Megan in Modern Family (2014-2016), Ainsley in Alexa & Katie (2019), and had roles in Grace and Frankie and W/ Bob & David. She has also appeared in short films such as Jia (2015) and I See You (2017).
Personal Life
Raegan Revord is an avid reader and launched her own book club, Read With Raegan, on Instagram, which has garnered a significant following. She is also dedicated to helping the less fortunate and created a local initiative called Homeless Helpers to provide care packages for the homeless. Additionally, she is a passionate advocate for rescuing animals and serves as a Junior Ambassador for Children’s Hospital Los Angeles.
Filmography
- Modern Family (2014-2016) – Megan
- W/ Bob & David (2015) – Greg’s Daughter
- Grace and Frankie (2016) – Little Girl
- Teachers (2017) – Melinda
- Young Sheldon (2017-2024) – Missy Cooper
- Alexa & Katie (2019) – Ainsley
- Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage (2024) – Missy
