Other Facts:On the Dance Theatre of Harlem’s national advisory board.
Known for her portrayals of strong African-American women.
Nominated for 11 Emmys, with 3 wins.
Nominated for one Academy Award.
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2011 – Appears in the movie “The Help.”
March 2011 – Appears in Willow Smith’s video for the song, “21st Century Girl.”
2013 – Returns to Broadway after 30 years, winning a Tony for Best Leading Actress in “The Trip to Bountiful.”
