S. Epatha Merkerson
| Born | November 28, 1952 |
| Hometown | Saginaw, Michigan, United States |
| Height | 5'6" (1.68m) |
| Parents | Ann Merkerson |
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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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New ‘Chicago Med’ Boss on Season 10’s High-Octane Opener and Bringing People Back From the Past
For the One Chicago family of shows that flank NBC’s primetime hours on Wednesday nights, change is a common occurrence for long-running series Chicago Fire and Chicago P.D. Yet, going into its 10th season, Chicago Med not only finds itself forging forward with only three of its original castmembers — Marlyne Barrett, Oliver Platt and …
- EntertainmentParade
Seven Spoilers for the Season 10 Premiere of 'Chicago Med,' Including New Cast Members
New showrunner Allen MacDonald teases what's happening when 'Chicago Med' returns for Season 10.
- EntertainmentVariety
‘The Piano Lesson’ Sets Oscar Campaigns, Including Danielle Deadwyler in Supporting Actress (EXCLUSIVE)
Danielle Deadwyler aims to teach the Oscars about “The Piano Lesson” this awards season. The critically acclaimed actor, who stars in Malcolm Washington’s directorial debut, “The Piano Lesson,” as the emotionally and spiritually charged widow Berniece, will be submitted for supporting actress consideration this awards season, Variety reports exclusively. Her co-star, John David Washington, will …
- EntertainmentUs Weekly
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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One Chicago's New Key Art Gives First Look at Major Casting Changes
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‘Chicago Med’ Adds Sarah Ramos, Darren Barnet to Cast Ahead of Season 10
Two new actors will be scrubbing in for Chicago Med’s 10th season. Sarah Ramos and Darren Barnet have joined the NBC drama as series regulars. Both will play doctors — Ramos’ character is named Dr. Caitlin Lenox, and Barnet will play Dor. John Frost. Other details are being kept under wraps for now. They will …
- EntertainmentVariety
‘Chicago Med’ Season 10 Casts Sarah Ramos, Darren Barnet
“Chicago Med” is adding two new series regulars for Season 10. Sarah Ramos and Darren Barnet have both been cast in the NBC medical drama, with Ramos set to play Dr. Caitlin Lenox and Barnet to play Dr. John Frost. They will appear alongside cast members S. Epatha Merkerson, Oliver Platt, Marlyne Barrett, Jessy Schram, …
- EntertainmentDigital Spy
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 …
- EntertainmentDeadline
‘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 …
