Sherri Shepherd is a celebrated actress, comedian, and Emmy Award-winning former co-host of The View, whose vibrant presence and razor-sharp wit have made her one of the most beloved voices in entertainment. She currently hosts her hit daytime talk show Sherri, which connects with cultural icons and everyday heroes. The show has earned multiple honors, including a 2024 NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Talk Show Host and four 2023 Daytime Emmy Award nominations. On screen, Shepherd appears in Tyler Perry’s Netflix drama Straw. She is also a passionate advocate for women’s health, parenting, lifestyle balance, and joyful living, especially for Black women and working moms. Her forthcoming children’s book, Sunshine Queens (October 2025), offers young readers a vibrant story of friendship and self-expression.
As a speaker, Shepherd energizes audiences with her comedic timing and disarming vulnerability, blending personal stories with cultural commentary that uplifts and empowers. She is a standout choice for corporate groups, women’s conferences, churches, nonprofits, and DEI-focused events, leaving audiences inspired, joyful, and seen.
Shepherd has consistently broken barriers, from making history as the first Black woman to host The Newlywed Game to co-founding her production company, Faith Walker. Her bestselling books Permission Slips and Plan D reflect her signature authenticity and resilience. She has also headlined at comedy clubs worldwide, bringing sharp observations and infectious humor to live audiences.
Her TV credits include recurring roles on HBO Max’s The Sex Lives of College Girls, Prime Video’s Harlem, and Netflix’s Mr. Iglesias, plus appearances on Call Your Mother, Trial and Error, 30 Rock, Friends, Everybody Loves Raymond, and more. Film credits include Precious, Think Like a Man, Ride Along 2, Brian Banks, and A Week Away.
Shepherd continues to remind audiences that joy is a choice, laughter is medicine, and storytelling is self-love.
Began career as stand-up comedian before transitioning into television and film.
Broke ground becoming first Black woman to host The Newlywed Game.
Co-founded production company Faith Walker to develop inspiring creative projects.
Published bestselling book Permission Slips empowering women to embrace imperfections.
Known for vibrant presence, razor-sharp wit, and infectious humor.
Combines cultural commentary with personal stories in empowering comedic voice.
Uplifts audiences by blending authenticity, vulnerability, and heartfelt comedic timing.
Advocates women’s health, lifestyle balance, joyful living, and parenting issues.
Headlined comedy clubs worldwide with sharp observations and engaging charm.
Guest-starred on Friends, Everybody Loves Raymond, and How I Met Your Mother.
Recurring TV roles include 30 Rock, Mr. Iglesias, and Harlem.
Competed on Dancing With The Stars Season 14 in 2012.
Broadway revival of Chicago featured Shepherd as Roxie Hart role.
Won Daytime Emmy Award for The View in 2009.
Four 2023 Daytime Emmy nominations for her daytime show Sherri.
Received 2024 NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Talk Show Host.
Hosted Dish Nation nationally syndicated entertainment program from 2019–2022.
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