Sherri Shepherd — Biography

Sherri Evonne Shepherd is a multi-talented American performer, known for her work in acting, comedy, writing, podcasting, and hosting. Her current endeavor is the nationally syndicated daily talk show, "Sherri." Before launching her own program, Shepherd was a prominent fixture on the daytime talk circuit, serving as a co-host on "The View" from 2007 to 2014. This role earned her several Daytime Emmy Award nominations, and she secured a win in 2009. She also lent her hosting talents to "Dish Nation" from 2019 until December 2022, though her presence became less frequent in the latter part of her tenure as she dedicated more time to her own show. Shepherd has also made her mark in scripted television, appearing in notable sitcoms such as "The Jamie Foxx Show" (1999-2001), "Less than Perfect" (2002–2006), the short-lived series also titled "Sherri" (2009), "Trial & Error" (2017–2018), and "Mr. Iglesias" (2019–2020).