S. Epatha Merkerson
| Born | November 28, 1952 |
| Hometown | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia |
| Height | 5'6" (1.68m) |
| Spouse | Toussaint Louverture Jones Jr. |
| Parents | Ann Merkerson |
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Chicago Med’s S. Epatha Merkerson Promises More Romance for Sharon on Season 10: She’s ‘Giggly’
- Chicago Med’s Sharon Goodwin has a lot to juggle in the emergency department, but her love life will finally take priority in season 10. S. Epatha Merkerson, who plays Sharon on the NBC drama, exclusively told Us Weekly that fans will “absolutely” get more of Sharon and Dr. Dennis Washington’s (John Earl Jelks) relationship this
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AWARDS
| Year | Associations | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Golden Globe | Best Performance by an Actress in a Limited Series or Motion Picture Made | Lackawanna Blues (film) | Winner |
| 2005 | Emmy (Primetime) | Outstanding Lead Actress in a Miniseries or Movie | Lackawanna Blues (film) | Winner |
| 2005 | Screen Actors Guild Awards | Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Movie or Miniseries | Lackawanna Blues (film) | Winner |
| 2004 | Screen Actors Guild Awards | Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series | Law & Order | Nominated |
| 2002 | Screen Actors Guild Awards | Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series | Law & Order | Nominated |
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Chicago Med original cast members returning for season 10 after shake-up
Chicago Med has confirmed the return of three original cast members for season 10 following major shake-up for the medical drama.
- EntertainmentTVLine.com
Chicago Med’s S. Epatha Merkerson, Oliver Platt and Marlyne Barrett Have Officially Signed On for Season 10
Three Chicago Med originals are officially coming back for Season 10: S. Epatha Merkerson, Oliver Platt and Marlyne Barrett have each closed a new deal to extend their run on the NBC medical drama through the 2024-25 season, TVLine has confirmed. Chicago Med follows the daily emotional chaos of the city’s newest trauma center and the …
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‘Chicago Med’ OGs S. Epatha Merkerson, Oliver Platt & Marlyne Barrett Close New Deals To Continue On NBC Drama
EXCLUSIVE: Chicago Med has locked in its three remaining original cast members for 2024-25. S. Epatha Merkerson, Oliver Platt and Marlyne Barrett, whose most recent contracts were up at the end of this past season, have closed deals to extend their tenure on the NBC medical drama to a decade, sources tell Deadline. Headed into …
- EntertainmentCOMINGSOON.net
Dominic Rains Exits Chicago Med Cast, Won’t Return for Season 10
Dominic Rains is officially exiting the hit drama series Chicago Med following the recent Season 9 finale. According to a report from Deadline, Rains — who played Dr. Crockett Marcel in the medical drama — is leaving the series that he joined in Season 5, ending a fan-favorite run on the series. What happened on […] The post Dominic Rains Exits Chicago Med Cast, Won’t Return for Season 10 appeared first on ComingSoon.net - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More.
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“Chicago Med” Shake-Up: Dominic Rains to Depart After 5 Seasons as Dr. Crockett Marcel
The actor's exit from the series comes amid other changes to the One Chicago franchise
- EntertainmentTODAY
S. Epatha Merkerson reveals if she would ever reprise her ‘Law & Order’ role
"Chicago Med" star S. Epatha Merkerson is now known for playing Sharon Goodwin, but she portrayed Lt. Anita Van Buren on "Law & Order" for years.
- EntertainmentThe Wrap
NBC ‘Chicago’ Franchise Stars Betray Their City to Explain Why New York Pizza Is Better Than Deep Dish | Video
A trio of "Chicago Med," "Chicago Fire" and "Chicago P.D." actors also tell fans what they can expect from their season finales The post NBC ‘Chicago’ Franchise Stars Betray Their City to Explain Why New York Pizza Is Better Than Deep Dish | Video appeared first on TheWrap.
- EntertainmentDigital Spy
Law & Order's Camryn Manheim exits show ahead of season 24
Law & Order star Camryn Manheim is set to exit the show ahead of season 24.
- EntertainmentVariety
Camryn Manheim to Exit ‘Law & Order’ After Season 23 (EXCLUSIVE)
Camryn Manheim will not be returning for Season 24 of “Law & Order.” Manheim joined the flagship as Lieutenant Kate Dixon, a successor to Anita Van Buren (S. Epatha Merkerson) when the series was revived by NBC in 2021. The season finale, airing May 16, will mark Manheim’s 48th and final episode. “I thank Camryn …
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After Chicago Med Teased New Romances In The ED, I'm Way More Invested In Goodwin's Love Story
Love is in the air on Chicago Med, and Sharon Goodwin's is the one that has my heart more than anybody in the Emergency Department.
