Tyra Ferrell

Born:29. März 1962

Place of Birth:Houston, Texas, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Tyra Ferrell, born on March 29, 1962, in Houston, Texas, is an esteemed American actress known for her versatile performances on both stage and screen.

After honing her craft in New York following high school, Ferrell made a memorable screen debut in the 1981 comedy film "So Fine." Her talent and dedication quickly propelled her to roles in acclaimed productions such as "Lady Beware," "School Daze," "The Mighty Quinn," and "The Exorcist III."

Ferrell's television credits are equally impressive, with standout guest appearances on iconic shows like "Hill Street Blues," "The Twilight Zone," and "Quantum Leap." She also showcased her talent in recurring roles on beloved series like "Square One Television," "The Bronx Zoo," and "Thirtysomething."

In 1991, Ferrell's career reached new heights with supporting roles in the influential films "Boyz n the Hood" and "Jungle Fever." Her standout performances earned her recognition as one of the "Promising New Actors of 1991" in John A. Willis' Screen World.

The talented actress continued to shine in the industry, delivering compelling performances in films such as "White Men Can't Jump," "Equinox," "Poetic Justice," and "The Perfect Score." Ferrell's range and depth as an actress were further showcased in the Lifetime Television movie "Better Off Dead" alongside Mare Winningham.

Ferrell's small screen presence was equally impactful, with notable roles in the first season of the NBC medical drama "ER" as Dr. Sarah Langworthy, and as a co-star on the syndicated science fiction series "The Cape" alongside Corbin Bernsen.

In 2000, Ferrell captivated audiences in the HBO miniseries "The Corner" alongside Khandi Alexander, showcasing her continued dedication to her craft. Her talent was further recognized with a nomination for an NAACP Image Award for her role in the ABC television film "NTSB: The Crash of Flight 323" in 2004.

A true testament to her passion for acting, Ferrell made a triumphant return to the screen in Tasha Smith's directorial debut, "Boxed In," a decade later. Her captivating performances continued to captivate audiences when she joined the cast of Fox's prime-time soap opera "Empire" in 2015.

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Boyz n the Hood

Mrs. Baker

1991

In the middle of the Los Angeles ghetto, drugs, robberies and shootings dominate everyday life. During these times, Furious tries to raise his son Tre to be a decent person. Tre's friends, on the other hand, have little regard for the law and drag the entire neighborhood into a street war...

Poetic Justice

Jessie

1993

Still grieving after the murder of her boyfriend, hairdresser Justice writes poetry to deal with the pain of her loss. Unable to get to Oakland to attend a convention because of her broken-down car, Justice gets a lift with her friend, Iesha, and Iesha's postal worker boyfriend, Chicago. Along for the ride is Chicago's co-worker, Lucky, to whom Justice grows close after some initial problems. But is she ready to open her heart again?

The Exorcist III

Nurse Blaine

1990

On the fifteenth anniversary of the exorcism that claimed Father Damien Karras' life, Police Lieutenant Kinderman's world is once again shattered when a boy is found decapitated and savagely crucified.

The Perfect Score

Desmond's Mother

2004

Six high school seniors decide to break into the Princeton Testing Center so they can steal the answers to their upcoming SAT tests and all get perfect scores.

White Men Can't Jump

Rhonda Deane

1992

Two street basketball hustlers try to con each other, then team up for a bigger score.

Jungle Fever

Orin Goode

1991

A successful and married black man contemplates having an affair with a white girl from work. He's quite rightly worried that the racial difference would make an already taboo relationship even worse.