In Ballard, Prime Video’s newest installment in the Bosch universe, Courtney Taylor steps into the kind of role that doesn’t just challenge an actor—it changes them.
The series, created by Michael Connelly and based on his bestselling novels, follows LAPD Detective Renée Ballard (Maggie Q) as she takes over a newly formed, underfunded cold case unit. Set against the gritty backdrop of Los Angeles, Ballard digs into decades-old unsolved crimes, institutional secrets, and the quiet pain of those who’ve been forgotten.
Among the team is Samira Parker, played by Taylor—a bold, complex, emotionally layered character whose journey will leave a lasting impression. In this exclusive video interview with BLEX Media, Courtney Taylor opens up about what it meant to land such a prominent role, how she pushed herself emotionally to deliver one of the series’ most powerful episodes, and the healing that came from telling a story rooted in justice, betrayal, and resilience.
“It was such a validating moment,” she shares. “To finally be seen as someone who could carry drama, to be trusted with a role that stretched me… it reminded me why I love this work.”
Taylor’s performance doesn’t just showcase her range—it signals a turning point. One where a Black woman gets to be complex, brave, vulnerable, and central to the narrative. Ballard premieres globally July 9 on Prime Video—and after this interview, there’s no question: Courtney Taylor is one to watch.