S. Epatha Merkerson
Actor · Director
Born Nov 28, 1952 · Saginaw, Michigan, USA
Active 1984–present · Awards: Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Miniseries or a Movie
S. Epatha Merkerson (born Sharon Epatha Merkerson) is an American film, stage, and television actress. She has won a Golden Globe, Emmy Awards, a Screen Actors Guild Award, Obie Award, 4 NAACP Image Awards, and 2 Tony Award nominations.
Filmography
Eye for an Eye (2025) - MayTerminator 2: Judgment Day (1991) - Tarissa DysonChicago P.D. (2014) - Sharon GoodwinChicago Fire (2012) - Sharon GoodwinChicago Med (2015) - Sharon GoodwinLincoln (2012) - Lydia SmithJacob's Ladder (1990) - ElsaFrasier (1993) - Dr. McCaskillThe Good Wife (2009) - Judge Melanie EllisRadio (2003) - MaggieLaw & Order (1990) - Anita Van Buren · Denise WintersBlack Snake Moan (2006) - AngelaPoker Face (2023) - Joyce CarterThe Closer (2005) - Dr. Rebecca DioliLaw & Order: Criminal Intent (2001) - Anita Van BurenJersey Girl (2004) - Doctor #1The Cosby Show (1984) - ElenaShe's Gotta Have It (1986) - Doctor JamisonMother and Child (2009) - AdaRandom Hearts (1999) - NeaThe Gabby Douglas Story (2014) - Miss CarolineNavy Seals (1990) - JolenaPee-wee's Playhouse (1986) - RebaPee-wee's Playhouse Christmas Special (1988) - Reba