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Lonette Rita McKee (born July 22, 1954) is an American actress and singer. She made her big screen debut starring as Sister Williams in the original 1976 musical-drama film Sparkle. McKee later appeared in films Which Way Is Up?
Lonette McKee. Actress: Brewster's Millions. Lonette McKee's career began in the music industry in hometown Detroit, Michigan as a child prodigy, where she began playing keyboards composing music and lyrics, singing and performing professionally at a young age.
- January 1, 1
- 2 min
- Detroit, Michigan, USA
Aug 16, 2012 · The original Sparkle star talks about her life after the classic musical film, her involvement in the remake, and her upcoming projects. She also shares her views on the state of Black films, Aretha Franklin, and Curtis Mayfield.
Lonette McKee is an actress, singer and songwriter who started her career as a child prodigy in Detroit. She has appeared in films such as Sparkle, Brewster's Millions, Jungle Fever and Malcolm X, and on Broadway in Showboat and Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill.
- July 22, 1954
Sep 25, 2020 · Learn about Lonette McKee's career in music, acting and Broadway, from her early start in Detroit to her roles in Sparkle and Brewster's Millions. Read her answers to questions about her influences, challenges and achievements in the '80s.
Oct 28, 2020 · McKee, who is still best known for her role as drug-addicted singer Sister Williams in the original Sparkle, spoke to ESSENCE.com about her decades-long career, co-starring in Luv...
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Aug 11, 2010 · Lonette McKee is a versatile actress who has worked with Spike Lee and starred in Sparkle. She talks about her roles, her passion for classic film, and the difficulties of being a black woman film maker.