Actress Nafessa Williams (1998)

The CW’s Black Lightning (2018–2021) is an action-packed superhero drama, created by Salim Akil and based on the DC Comics character of the same name. Premiering in January 2018 and concluding in May 2021, the series follows Jefferson Pierce, a high school principal in Freeland, Georgia. Years ago, Jefferson hung up his Black Lightning suit to protect his family from the dangers of his double life. But when the notorious criminal organization known as The 100 threatens his loved ones, Jefferson is forced to don the mantle once again. His daughters Anissa and Jennifer also gain superpowers: Anissa becomes Thunder ...