More recently, Ralph has continued to work in theater, appearing in the Broadway productions of Thoroughly Modern Millie, and Wicked. She also appeared in the television series Instant Mom, and Fam, and in the films Step Sisters, and Brian Banks. Additionally, Ralph is an advocate for HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention, having lost friends and fellow actors to the disease. Like many Black students, Ralph entered college as a pre-medicine. Her work on stage, screen, and television has earned her critical acclaim and a legion of fans. Racist Ex-University Of Kentucky 'Karen' Sophia Rosing Is Charged For Assaulting Black Student. While filming for the popular series, Ralph continued to work in film, starring in classics like Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit, The Flintstones, and Deterrence. The show was such a success, that it ran for six seasons on UPN. From dominating the Broadway stage to starring in some of the biggest TV shows and films over the last decade, Ralph knows no bounds when it comes to showcasing her impeccable acting skills. During her emotional acceptance speech, she told the audience, To anyone who has ever had a dream and thought your dream wasnt, wouldnt, couldnt come true, I am here to tell you, this is what believing looks like.. She was raised in Mandeville, Jamaica, and Long Island, New York. Raised between Mandeville, Jamaica, W.I. Sheryl Lee Ralph, Agent Sasco, SFP, Jackson amongst Jamaicans honored She was born in the family of Stanley Ralph, who has served as a college professor, and Ivy Ralph O.D who has served as a Jamaican fashion designer and the creator of the kariba suit. 'I Am the Honourable Sheryl Lee Ralph OJ (Order of Jamaica)': Sheryl Lets take a look back at her incredible career and why she continues to dominate the industry one amazing role after the other. Born to Jamaican fashion designer Ivy Ralph and Stanley Ralph, an American college professor, the performer was raised between Mandeville, Jamaica, and Long Island, New York .