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Miami Herald
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Law & Order actress pledges million dollar donation to HBCU
Law & Order Actress S. Epatha Merkerson was at an HBCU to give a commencement address on Sunday. She not only gave the speech at Talladega College - she also announced she was making a big who is also a humanitarian and philanthropist, is making a $1 million donation to the Alabama-based HBCU. 'This transformative gift from S. Epatha Merkerson sets a powerful example of philanthropy and will have a profound impact on Talladega College,' Rica Lewis-Payton, chair of Talladega's Board of Trustees, said in a statement. 'It ensures that this institution remains a beacon of light in the community that fosters the development of future leaders for generations to come. We are privileged to have generous friends and donors, such as Ms. Merkerson, who believe in the mission of our historic institution and who are willing to invest in its future.' Merkerson is best known for her iconic role as Lieutenant Anita Van Buren on Law & Order, which she portrayed for 17 seasons. With a career spanning theater, film, and television, Merkerson has earned critical acclaim, including an Emmy, Golden Globe, and Screen Actors Guild Award for her powerful performance in Lackawanna Blues. Beyond her acting, Merkerson is a passionate advocate for health equity and disease awareness. She has worked tirelessly to raise awareness about Type 2 diabetes, a condition she manages personally, partnering with organizations to educate underserved communities. Her humanitarian efforts extend to supporting arts education and advancing representation for Black women in media. Through both her roles and advocacy, S. Epatha Merkerson exemplifies a commitment to storytelling that reflects social justice and personal empowerment, making her a respected figure on and off the was conferred an honorary doctorate of Humane Letters by the HBCU. The post Law & Order actress pledges million dollar donation to HBCU appeared first on HBCU Gameday. Copyright HBCU Gameday 2012-2025
Hindustan Times
30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Chicago Med Season 11: Release date, cast, plot, where to watch and more
Chicago Med is returning for an 11th. The upcoming instalment of the NBC hit medical drama series will premiere on October 1. New seasons of Chicago Fire and Chicago P.D. will also be released the same day, the official Instagram handle of One Chicago confirmed in an Instagram post on Tuesday. The return of all three shows hints at the possibility of major plot twists and fresh drama. Here's all you need to know ahead of the release: Chicago Med to be back on NBC with 11th season.(Instagram/nbcchicagomed) Chicago Med Season 11: When and where to watch? The show will return to NBC on October 1, with new episodes airing from 8 pm Eastern Time/7 pm Central Time. Chicago Med Season 11 cast As of now, no major departures have been announced from the show. However, a Deadline report stated that 'other One Chicago departures are possible.' Combined with the finale's revelation that Dr. Sharon Goodwin (S. Epatha Merkerson) would make personnel cuts, it means that some characters could exit the show. As of now, the list of cast members includes Marlyne Barrett, Jessy Schram, Luke Mitchell, Steven Weber, Sarah Ramos, Darren Barnet, S. Epatha Merkerson and Oliver Platt, TV Insider reported. Also Read: My Best Friend's Wedding sequel in the works, Materialists director Celine Song to write screenplay Chicago Med Season 11: What to expect? The new season will focus on revealing the identity of who fathered Hannah's (Jessy Schram) baby. The fallout of Goodwin and Washington's relationship could also be explored. In the Season 10 finale, the couple had broken up after Goodwin said the hospital was going to make personnel cuts, and Washington resigned. The new season of Chicago Med will also explore the story of Lenox (Sarah Ramos) after she tested positive for the GSS prion gene that she inherited from her mother. Also Read: Days of Our Lives alum Al Calderon joins NBC's Brilliant Minds Season 2 Showrunner Allen MacDonald told Parade Magazine that his plan for Chicago Med Season 11 is 'to take everything a step further but still be on the same path.' FAQs: 1. Will there be a Season 11 of Chicago Med? Yes, the show has been renewed for another season. 2. Is the actress who plays Maggie on Chicago Med sick in real life? The actress who played Maggie on Chicago Med, Marlyne Barrett, was diagnosed with cancer in 2022. As of 2024, she is in remission, NBC reported. 3. Who leaves Chicago Med in Season 10? No exits have been announced from the show ahead of Chicago Med Season 11.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Talladega College commencement speaker announces $1 million donation to school
TALLADEGA, Ala. (WIAT) — Actor, humanitarian and philanthropist S. Epatha Merkerson delivered the commencement address at Talladega College Sunday. Following her speech, she announced that she was making a $1 million donation to the school. 'This transformative gift from S. Epatha Merkerson sets a powerful example of philanthropy and will have a profound impact on Talladega College,' Rica Lewis-Payton, chair of Talladega's Board of Trustees, said in a statement. 'It ensures that this institution remains a beacon of light in the community that fosters the development of future leaders for generations to come. We are privileged to have generous friends and donors, such as Ms. Merkerson, who believe in the mission of our historic institution and who are willing to invest in its future.' Merkerson, known for her work on 'Chicago Med' and 'Law and Order,' is also an advocate for diabetes awareness, cancer prevention and tobacco-free initiatives. She has also worked with organizations dedicated to mentoring young women, like Shaping Her Earth and Step Up. During her commencement address, Merkerson discussed her appreciation for Talladega College and the legacy of the school. She was conferred an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
