SHERRI SHEPHERD

Sherri Shepherd is a Daytime Emmy Award-winning talk show host, comedian, actress, and best-selling author who brings her inimitable, authentic, and comedic perspective to daytime with her own nationally syndicated talk show, SHERRI. Hailed as "TV's New Feel-Good Queen," Shepherd’s warm, relatable, and engaging personality shines through as she offers her comedic take on the day’s entertainment news, pop culture, and trending topics with the daytime audience. As America's favorite girl next door, her comedy-driven show features celebrity interviews, informative experts, moments of inspiration, and amazing everyday people to create an hour of entertainment escapism. 

With an illustrious career spanning three decades, Shepherd’s longevity serves as a testament to her immense talent and undeniable appeal. Shepherd's ability to connect with audiences of diverse backgrounds and her commitment to authentic storytelling have undoubtedly contributed to her success. Her recent triumphs include winning a 2025 NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Arts and Entertainment Podcast for her Two Funny Mamas podcast with fellow comedic actress Kym Whitley, and she also won a 2024 NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Talk Show Host for SHERRI. Shepherd previously won two 2023 NAACP Image Awards, taking home awards for Outstanding Talk Series for SHERRI and Outstanding Arts and Entertainment Podcast for Two Funny Mamas. Shepherd and Whitley also won in 2022 for Outstanding Lifestyle and Self-Help Podcast.

In addition to her NAACP Image Awards victories, Shepherd has also garnered recognition for her exceptional work in the daytime television realm. Her talk show, SHERRI, garnered four 2023 Daytime Emmy Awards nominations for Outstanding Daytime Talk Series Host, Outstanding Hairstyling and Makeup, Outstanding Costume Design / Styling, and Outstanding Promotional Announcement. These recent nominations confirm her commitment to excellence and her ability to consistently deliver standout performances that resonate with viewers.

Shepherd’s multifaceted career include roles in several acclaimed television and film projects. She can be seen in the HBO MAX series Sex Lives of College Girls; and had a guest starring role on the new season of Amazon’s HARLEM. She co-starred in the Netflix hit comedy series Mr. Iglesias; and as a recurring guest star on ABC’s Call Your Mother. Shepherd’s other television credits include Trial and Error, Rosewood, Man With a Plan, 30 Rock, How I Met Your Mother, Everybody Loves Raymond, Friends and The Jamie Foxx Show. Her film credits include her first theatrical lead role in Brian Banks, Netflix’s A Week Away, Lifetime film Imperfect High, Precious, Think Like A Man, Top 5, Ride Along 2, Walk. Ride. Rodeo, Jean of The Joneses, Woodlawn, One For The Money, Abducted: The Carlina White Story, Guess Who, Beauty Shop, and more. Shepherd was the first African American woman to host a game show as host of four seasons of “The Newlywed Game.” She made history portraying the first African American version of the Evil Stepmother in the Broadway production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “Cinderella.”

As a standup comic, Shepherd is always ready to bring the laughs and excitement to the stage. She toured with legendary musicians KEM and Babyface, hosting “The Full Circle Tour.” Shepherd also opened for fellow comedian and friend Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias at his history-making comedy show at Dodgers Stadium, selling out more than 45,000 seats, making it the third biggest comedy show ever and the biggest ever in Los Angeles. Shepherd co-headlined the all-female led comedy tour, “Ladies Night Out Comedy Tour,” with Loni Love, Kym Whitley, Adele Givens and Melanie Camarcho.

Through her own production company, Faith Walker, Shepherd launched and co-hosts the award-winning podcast Two Funny Mamas with fellow actress Kym Whitley. A New York Times best-selling author, Shepherd released two books, “Plan D: How to Lose Weight and Beat Diabetes (Even If You Don't Have It),” and “Permission Slips: Every Woman's Guide to Giving Herself a Break."

Beyond her accolades, Shepherd's impact extends beyond the screen. She has become a prominent voice in championing inclusivity and representation, using her platform to advocate for underrepresented communities, children with special needs, and women in the workplace. Her dedication to using her influence for positive change is truly commendable and showcases her commitment to making a lasting impact in both the entertainment industry and society as a whole.

With an undeniable presence and a talent that knows no bounds, Sherri Shepherd continues to redefine what it means to be a powerhouse in the entertainment industry. As she continues to push boundaries, inspire others, and captivate audiences worldwide, Sherri Shepherd remains a force to be reckoned with, leaving an indelible mark on the industry for years to come.