JOURNAL ARTICLE

Staying the Course.

  • Published In: Back Stage (1946-5440), 2023, v. 64, n. 14. P. 12 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Oyeniyi, Doyin 3 of 3

Abstract

Ralph is now taking on the role Poitier played for her, offering guidance to a younger generation of Black actors looking to follow in her footsteps. Ralph recalls her father, Stanley Ralph, telling her about a chance he once had to work with Poitier right around the time his daughter was born. Her role in "A Piece of the Action" would prove impactful, as Poitier became a mentor role to the young Ralph. Nowadays, Ralph is best known for her role as the impeccable Barbara Howard, a veteran teacher, on ABC's "Abbott Elementary"; but she's been an established figure in Hollywood for decades. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Back Stage (1946-5440). 2023/08, Vol. 64, Issue 14, p12
  • Document Type:Interview
  • Subject Area:Biography
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:1946-5440
  • Accession Number:169818636
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