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Keesha Sharp Biography

Birth Name:Keesha Ulricka Sharp

Birth Place:Rochester, New York, United States

Profession Actress, Director

Fast Facts

  • In 2008, was nominated for an NAACP Image Award for "Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series" for her portrayal of Monica in the TV sitcom "Girlfriends․"
  • Attended New York's Hochstein School of Music
  • Graduated with honors from the Boston Conservatory
  • Has appeared in several notable TV series, including "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit," "Still Standing" and "Everybody Hates Chris․"
  • Has worked alongside the likes of Chris Rock, Janet Jackson, Tyler Perry and Terry Crews
  • Has starred in numerous silver screen productions, including "Malibu's Most Wanted," "Never Die Alone" and "Leprechaun: Back 2 the Hood․"
  • Enjoys boxing in her spare time

Awards

  • 2008Image Award-Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series: nominated
  • 2017Black Reel-Outstanding Supporting Actress, TV Movie or Limited Series: nominated
  • 2017Image Award-Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series: nominated
  • 2018Image Award-Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture: nominated