The "Abbott Elementary" actor also shared words of encouragement she received from Cicely Tyson, Maya Angelou and Sidney Poitier.

When you speak with Sheryl Lee Ralph, it’s hard to believe that this is her first time living life like the rest of us. She is all about sharing her knowledge with everyone around her. A Hollywood ...

Sheryl Lee Ralph is set to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on January 29, marking a milestone in her decades-long career. In a PEOPLE cover story, the “Abbott Elementary” star reflects on ...

She was previously married to French businessperson Eric Maurice from 1990 to 2001, with whom she shares two adult children ... Good on Sheryl Lee Ralph and her husband. Choose the marriage ...

“When you see children that look like you being killed ... “I said, ‘I’m Sheryl Ralph. No, Sheryl Lee Ralph.’ I got the lead.” ...

Sheryl Lee Ralph is proudly celebrating 19 years of ... I’m not leaving Hollywood. And when you have children, you can’t just pick up your children and move across country,” she said ...