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![]() Avg.User Rating: Rate this person: Actor Born: 1957 in Long Island, NY Biography:Though primarily a star of Broadway musicals, "Sheryl Lee Ralph" actually launched her career in the "Sidney Poitier" and "Bill Cosby" feature film "A Piece of the Action" (1977). The beautiful African-American singer/dancer made her Great White Way debut in the musical "Reggae" (1980). On stage, Ralph is most famous for her Tony-nominated portrayal of Deena Jones in the popular show Dreamgirls (1981). In 1978, Ralph made her television debut on The Kroft Komedy Hour. She has subsequently co-starred in a few series, including NBC's short-lived "Foxfire" (1985) and ABC's "New Attitude" (1990). Fans of the sitcom "Designing Women" will recognize Ralph for her over-the-top portrayal of "Meschach Taylor"'s ex-Vegas showgirl wife Etienne Toussiant Bouvier. Her other films include "The Distinguished Gentleman" (1992) and "Bogus" (1996). ~ Sandra Brennan, All Movie Guide
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