Tyra Ferrell

Tyra Ferrell

63 · Born: Jan 28, 1962

Personal Details

BornJan 28, 1962 Houston, Texas, USA

Biography

Tyra Ferrell, a talented and accomplished actress, was born on January 28, 1962, in the vibrant city of Houston, Texas, USA. Her birthplace, a city renowned for its rich cultural heritage and thriving arts scene, played a significant role in shaping her early life and future endeavors.

As a talented thespian, Ferrell has made a lasting impact in the world of cinema, with notable roles in a range of critically acclaimed films. One of her most memorable performances was in the 1992 comedy-drama "White Men Can't Jump", alongside actors Wesley Snipes and Woody Harrelson.

Ferrell's impressive acting career also includes standout roles in the 1991 coming-of-age drama "Boyz n the Hood", directed by John Singleton, and the 1993 romantic drama "Poetic Justice", alongside Janet Jackson and Tupac Shakur. Her versatility and range as an actress have earned her recognition and accolades within the industry.

In addition to her professional achievements, Ferrell has also been blessed with a loving family. She has been married to her husband, Don Carlos Jackson, since April 9, 1992. Together, they have one child, who has been the source of immense joy and fulfillment in their lives.

Throughout her career, Ferrell has consistently demonstrated her dedication to her craft, as well as her commitment to her personal relationships. Her inspiring story serves as a testament to the power of perseverance, hard work, and the importance of finding balance between one's professional and personal life.

Career

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2020
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2019
The Bobby DeBarge Story
The Bobby DeBarge Story as Etterlene DeBarge
{"id":7054,"title":"The Perfect Score","year":"2004","character":"Desmond's Mother","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/the-perfect-score","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7jf47b7gk2g0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7jf47b7gk2g0.jpg"},"released":1}
2004
The Perfect Score
The Perfect Score as Desmond's Mother
{"id":1345,"title":"The Corner","year":2000,"character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/show\/the-corner","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_1345.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_1345.jpg"},"released":1}
2000
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1996
The Cape
The Cape as Mission Specialist Tamara St. James
{"id":789,"title":"ER","year":1994,"character":"Sarah Langworthy","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/show\/er","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/q3lhmp67pso0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/q3lhmp67pso0.jpg"},"released":1}
1994
ER
ER as Sarah Langworthy
{"id":158663,"title":"Better Off Dead","year":"1993","character":"Cutter Dubuque","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/better-off-dead-1993","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_158663.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_158663.jpg"},"released":1}
1993
Better Off Dead
Better Off Dead as Cutter Dubuque
{"id":1055,"title":"Poetic Justice","year":"1993","character":"Jessie","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/poetic-justice","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_1055.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_1055.jpg"},"released":1}
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Ulterior Motives
Ulterior Motives as Receptionist
{"id":58529,"title":"Equinox","year":"1992","character":"Sonya Kirk","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/equinox-1992","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_58529.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_58529.jpg"},"released":1}
1992
Equinox
Equinox as Sonya Kirk
{"id":5957,"title":"White Men Can't Jump","year":"1992","character":"Rhonda Deane","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/white-men-cant-jump","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6i2f9rfkqlk0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6i2f9rfkqlk0.jpg"},"released":1}
White Men Can't Jump
White Men Can't Jump as Rhonda Deane
{"id":198023,"title":"You Must Remember This","year":"1992","character":"Ricki Sewell","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/you-must-remember-this","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_198023.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_198023.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":158,"title":"Boyz n the Hood","year":"1991","character":"Mrs. Baker","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/boyz-n-the-hood","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3i6mscvhp490.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3i6mscvhp490.jpg"},"released":1}
1991
Boyz n the Hood
Boyz n the Hood as Mrs. Baker
{"id":4991,"title":"Jungle Fever","year":"1991","character":"Orin Goode","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/jungle-fever","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7653sij0o7s0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7653sij0o7s0.jpg"},"released":1}
Jungle Fever
Jungle Fever as Orin Goode
{"id":5054,"title":"The Exorcist III","year":"1990","character":"Nurse Blaine","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/the-exorcist-iii","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7n9qbutgvhl0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7n9qbutgvhl0.jpg"},"released":1}
1990
The Exorcist III
The Exorcist III as Nurse Blaine
{"id":60834,"title":"The Neon Empire","year":"1989","character":"Samantha","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/the-neon-empire","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_60834.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_60834.jpg"},"released":1}
1989
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{"id":6745,"title":"School Daze","year":"1988","character":"Tasha","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/school-daze","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2aoa189ocp90.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2aoa189ocp90.jpg"},"released":1}
1988
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1987
{"id":5472,"title":"Nuts","year":"1987","character":"Cell Woman #2","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/nuts","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_5472.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_5472.jpg"},"released":1}
Nuts
Nuts as Cell Woman #2
{"id":63764,"title":"So Fine","year":"1981","character":"Receptionist","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/so-fine","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_63764.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_63764.jpg"},"released":1}
1981
So Fine
So Fine as Receptionist