Erika wears many hats, including actress, trailblazing activist, entrepreneur, creator, producer, and director --.
Her career started in 1971, when of New World Pictures launched.
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But then again black female roles in media is kinda rare to begin with, so maybe i answered my own question.
After graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree, she moved to New York City and played a number of clubs.
Actress Salli Richardson-Whitfield is a 30 year industry veteran.