Chloe Bennet

Actress in 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.'

Chloe Bennet - Actress in 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.'
Born

April 18th, 1992
32 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Born in 1992, an American actress gained recognition for the role of Daisy Johnson in the television series 'Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.'. The series, which aired from 2013 to 2020, revolved around a group of agents from the Strategic Homeland Intervention, Enforcement and Logistics Division. Bennet began her career in the entertainment industry as a singer before transitioning to acting. She has appeared in various other television shows and films that exhibit her range as a performer, but her breakthrough came with her prominent role in the Marvel franchise.

Portrayed Daisy Johnson in 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.'

Contributed to the show's success for seven seasons

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