Sherri Shepherd
Sherri Shepherd is an American actress and comedian who gained prominence as a co-host on the daytime talk show “The View.”
Shepherd’s body of work spans a myriad of films and television series that have touched on multiple genres. She starred in sitcoms such as “Less than Perfect” and “Sherri,” demonstrating her knack for comedic timing. Shepherd also showed her versatility by taking on roles in dramatic films like “Precious” (2009) and “Brian Banks” (2018). She has even lent her voice to characters in animated series like “30 Rock” and participated in reality TV programs such as “Dancing with the Stars.”
Throughout her career, Shepherd has collaborated with an impressive roster of celebrities. To name a few, she worked with comedians like Whoopi Goldberg and Joy Behar on “The View.” Her involvement in films like “Precious” had her sharing screen time with Gabourey Sidibe and Mo’Nique. On “Less than Perfect,” she collaborated with Eric Roberts and Zachary Levi. In “Brian Banks,” she worked with Aldis Hodge and Greg Kinnear. She also participated in the comedy game show “To Tell the Truth,” where she interacted with Anthony Anderson and Doris Bowman.
Sherri Shepherd received a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Talk Show Host during her time on “The View,” adding a significant milestone to her career. She was also nominated for the Critics’ Choice Television Award for Best Guest Performer in a Comedy Series for her appearance in “30 Rock.”