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Denée Benton Joins Elite Agency Gersh
16 Apr
Summary
- Denée Benton signs with Gersh for all representation areas.
- She continues her acclaimed role as Peggy Scott in 'The Gilded Age'.
- Benton has a decorated career spanning stage and screen.

Actress Denée Benton has secured new representation, signing with Gersh for all areas. She will continue her professional journey with ongoing support from Perennial Entertainment and Schreck Rose.
Benton currently captivates audiences as Peggy Scott in HBO's popular drama 'The Gilded Age.' The series, which premiered in 2022, aired its third season in 2025 and has been greenlit for a fourth season. The show has seen consistent audience growth, with its third season finale achieving a series high in viewership within three days of its release.
Her performance in 'The Gilded Age' earned her a Critics Choice Award nomination and a shared SAG Award nomination for outstanding ensemble. Benton's extensive credits include the Lifetime series 'UnReal' and the films 'Dreams in Nightmares' and 'Tender Thoughts.'
Renowned for her stage work, Benton made her Broadway debut in 'Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet Of 1812,' garnering multiple award nominations and recognition on Forbes' 30 Under 30 list. Her notable stage roles also include Eliza Hamilton in 'Hamilton' and Nabulungi in 'The Book Of Mormon.'