Sheryl Lee Ralph - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 30, 1956 |
|---|---|
| Age | 69 |
| Birthplace | Waterbury, Connecticut, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Sheryl Lee Ralph's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Tony-nominated role in 'Dreamgirls,' Emmy-winning performance on 'Abbott Elementary,' extensive television and film career. |
Intro
Sheryl Lee Ralph is an acclaimed American actress, singer, and activist, best known for her work in television, film, and Broadway. She rose to prominence for her Tony-nominated performance in the original Broadway production of 'Dreamgirls' and has gained further recognition in recent years for her Emmy-winning role on the hit sitcom 'Abbott Elementary.'
Early Life & Background
Sheryl Lee Ralph was born on December 30, 1956, in Waterbury, Connecticut, to a Jamaican mother and an African-American father. She grew up between Mandeville, Jamaica, and Long Island, New York, and attended Rutgers University, where she became the youngest woman to graduate at age 19.
Career Highlights
- Tony Award nomination for originating the role of Deena Jones in the Broadway musical 'Dreamgirls' (1981) [1][2]
- Television roles on shows such as 'Moesha' (as Dee Mitchell), 'Instant Mom,' and 'Abbott Elementary' (as Barbara Howard)
- Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for 'Abbott Elementary' (2022)
- Film appearances include 'A Piece of the Action' (1977), 'The Mighty Quinn' (1989), and 'Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit' (1993)
- Founding DIVA Foundation, promoting HIV/AIDS awareness [3]
Trivia
- Was the youngest female graduate in Rutgers University history at the time.
- Her son, Etienne Maurice, is a filmmaker and activist.
- She has Jamaican heritage through her mother.
FAQs
People also ask
Sheryl Lee Ralph is 69 years old.
Sheryl Lee Ralph was born the 30 December 1956.
Waterbury, Connecticut, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About December 30th, 1956, in brief:
- Historical events: On December 30, 1956, the New York Giants defeated the Chicago Bears in the NFL Championship game, securing the league title for that season.
- Day of the week: December 30th, 1956 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: The Green Door by Jim Lowe
- Popular movie: The Ten Commandments directed by Cecil B. DeMille
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