Sheryl Lee Ralph Is Finally Getting Her Flowers

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Legendary entertainer Sheryl Lee Ralph is being honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Today, we spotlight the actress, singer, author and activist for her continuous work in entertainment and her community at large. Discover more about the OG Dreamgirl’s journey in the industry and beyond.

Ralph will receive her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Wednesday, Jan. 29th. She revealed the news on social media, highlighting her gratitude for the recognition in the “television” category.

“I am deeply grateful to announce the honor of receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame,” she shared in her post on Sunday (Jan. 12). “What a celebration of love, perseverance, and the unwavering support of family, friends, and fans. Thank you! This star shines for us all!”

Ralph made her onscreen debut in the 1977 comedy film A Piece of the Action, before landing her breakthrough role as Deena Jones in the Broadway musical Dreamgirls, for which she received a Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical. Most fans remember Ralph as Dee Mitchell on the hit show “Moesha.” Today, the gifted entertainer co-stars in the widely successful ABC comedy tv series “Abbott Elementary.” 

Some fans take to social media to teach Ralph’s newer fans a history lesson. They share facts about the actress’ work on and offscreen, revealing things that most people never knew before. Ralph is more than an actress or singer. She is a loving wife and mom of two children, Etienne and Ivy-Victoria Maurice. Ralph is proud of her strong and resilient Jamaican heritage, spreading the love of her culture throughout her community.

Take a journey back down memory lane as we propel into the future with Sheryl Lee Ralph and revel in her many accomplishments throughout the years. Congrats to the entertainer for her Hollywood Walk of Fame star achievement!

Comment some of your little known facts about the original Dreamgirl below.

1. If You Don't Know, Now You Know

THE Dreamgirl.

2. The IT Girl

Sheryl Lee Ralph standing amongst the loveliest women in Hollywood in 1991.

3. Sheryl "Stay With A Check" Lee Ralph

New fans have no idea the work she’s done and continues to do. 

4. Her Presence Is Felt

Ralph continues to command rooms and uses her experiences to lead today. 

5. A Piece of the Action

A legend amongst legends. 

6. Still Trending

Her latest role on Abbott Elementary is what has fans discovering her previous roles.

7. They're Calling Her BlackFamous

BEEN famous! Just look at her. 

8. Always Entertaining

The one time she sat down with Tiffany Pollard to set the record straight. 

9. The Many Faces of Mrs. Ralph

Go off, Queen! 

10. Give Sheryl Lee Ralph Her Flowers

A living legend.