Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide
Simon "Cookie" Nelson-Cook
He played the iconic Cookie and became a touchstone for a whole generation of viewers.
Actor · Director · Media Mogul
Daniel Curtis Lee
From Mississippi roots to Hollywood stages. Building culture through entertainment and vision.
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The Background
Southern roots,
Southern roots,
global stage
Daniel Curtis Lee has held audiences for more than twenty years. He grew up in Clinton, Mississippi, and rose to fame as Simon "Cookie" Nelson-Cook on Nickelodeon's Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide, then starred as Kojo Jonesworth on Disney XD's Zeke and Luther. Those roles wrote him into pop culture history.
Today he works as an actor, director, filmmaker, and cultural innovator. He directs music videos, builds media, and shapes stories that carry across generations. He was born in the South and works out of Los Angeles, and he brings both to a worldwide audience.
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Years in entertainment
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Music videos directed
Clinton, MS → Los Angeles
On Screen
Film & television
Two decades in front of the camera, from a defining Nickelodeon run to network and streaming appearances.
Zeke and Luther
Kojo Jonesworth
He co-starred as Kojo and deepened his place in pop culture with a second hit series.
Network & Streaming
Guest roles & appearances
Guest spots and appearances across major networks and streaming platforms show his range.
Behind the Camera
The directing reel
Daniel directs high-profile music videos and sharpens his filmmaking on every set. His work spans hip hop, R&B, and pop, and it merges story, music, and culture into visuals that move.
More work
Over fifteen videos across hip hop, R&B, and pop. See the full catalog on the channel.
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The Portraits
Every level
Actor, director, host, and mogul. Same man, every angle. Tap any frame to see it full size.
The Podcast
Ned's Declassified Podcast Survival Guide
The original cast is back and unfiltered. Daniel co-hosts with Devon Werkheiser and Lindsey Shaw. They rewatch the show, trade real stories about surviving adult life, and bring on guests every week. Now independent and running the show on their own terms.
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Work with Daniel
Hire the production team for your next film, commercial, or music video, or book Daniel himself for an appearance or hosting gig. Pick a track below and grab a time.
Pre-Production
Location scouting, crew, and call sheets, handled end to end.
Filming
Leading cinematographers, lighting crews, and professional gear.
Post-Production
Veteran editors deliver a clean, high-end final image.
Editing & Color
Editing, color correction, and color grading in one place.
Quick Delivery
Streamlined workflows get your final product back faster.
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