Jackée Harry
Full Name
Jacqueline Yvonne Harry
Date of Birth
August 14, 1956
Place of Birth
Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA
Date of Death
Not available
Place of Death
Not available
Education
- Bachelor of Arts in Education from Long Island University
- Studied acting at the Henry Street Settlement on the Lower East Side in New York City
Spouses Names
- Elgin Charles Williams (m. 1996; div. 2003)
Children Names
- Frank (adopted son)
Parents Names
- Mother: Flossie Ruth
- Father: Warren Harry
Known Affiliates Names
Affiliated Organizations’ Names
- Starred as Sandra Clark on 227
- Starred as Lisa Landry on Sister, Sister
Jackée Harry is an American actress, singer, comedian, director, and television personality. She is best known for her roles as Sandra Clark, the sexy neighbor on the NBC TV series “227,” and as Lisa Landry on the ABC/The WB sitcom “Sister, Sister.” Harry made history by becoming the first African American to win an Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for her role in “227.”Her career began on the New York stage where she appeared in productions such as “A Broadway Musical” and later made her screen debut in “Another World.” Harry’s vibrant personality and comedic timing have made her a beloved figure in the entertainment industry. Beyond her television work, Jackée Harry has appeared in films, on Broadway, and in various television movies. She has also been a guest star on numerous television shows and has made appearances in reality television and game shows. Her contributions to the arts have been recognized with multiple awards and nominations, and she continues to be an influential presence in the world of entertainment.