Madge Sinclair
Jamaican-American actress in film and TV
Born
April 28th, 1938
87 years ago
Died
December 20th, 1995
29 years ago — 57 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Born in Jamaica, an actress made a significant mark in film and television. Moved to the United States to pursue acting and became a prominent figure in various productions. Starred in the classic film 'Coming to America' alongside Eddie Murphy, as well as in the television series 'Roots' which highlighted the historical struggles of enslaved African Americans. Recognized for powerful performances that brought depth to her roles, she became one of the first Black actresses to hold leading roles in mainstream media.
Starred in 'Roots' as Bell
Played a key role in 'Coming to America'
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