Margaret Avery

Born: 1944-01-20

Birthplace: Mangum, Oklahoma, USA

Biography

Margaret Avery (born January 20, 1944) is an American actress and singer. She was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role for her performance as Shug in The Color Purple (1985).

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Known For

The Color Purple
Magnum Force
Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins
Proud Mary
Block Party
Heat Wave
Meet the Browns
Is That Black Enough for You?!?
White Man's Burden
Love Kills

Top Movie Credits

Magnum Force Prostitute
Block Party Janice Sommers
Heat Wave Roxie Turpin
Meet the Browns Sarah Brown