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On this day in 1913 (Jan. 13), Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. was founded on the campus of Howard University, the second historically Black intercollegiate sorority founded in the U.S. With the motto, “Intelligence is the Torch of Wisdom,” the ladies of DST display excellence at every turn. In scholarship, service, and sisterhood, Delta Sigma Theta members are no strangers to hard work, determination, and success.
Look no further than Hollywood as an example. From TV to film to Broadway, several members of this illustrious sisterhood have been shining in show business for many years. And, make no mistake, these “Devastating Divas” display their love for the Crimson & Cream every chance they get!
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In honor of Delta Sigma Theta’s Founders’ Day, scroll down to take a look at some of our favorite members in Film, TV, and Broadway!
1. Sheryl Lee Ralph Credits include Moesha , Abbott Elementary , and the Broadway production of Dreamgirls
2. Brandee Evans Best known for her role as “Mercedes” in Starz’s P-Valley
3. Angela Bassett Credits include 9-1-1, Waiting To Exhale, Black Panther, What’s Love Got To Do With It, and How Stella Got Her Groove Back
4. Gail Bean Known for her roles as “Roulette” in P-Valley and “Wanda” in Snowfall
5. Kim Coles Best known for her role as “Synclaire” in Living Single
6. Ruby Dee Credits include A Raisin In The Sun, Jungle Fever, American Gangster, and Do The Right Thing
7. Suzzanne Douglas Credits include Tap, The Parent Hood, and How Stella Got Her Groove Back
8. Cicely Tyson Credits include Sounder, Mama Flora’s Family, Roots, Madea’s Family Reunion, and The Trip to Bountiful
9. Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor Credits include The Taking Of Pelham 1-2-3, The Clark Sisters: First Ladies of Gospel, Undercover Brother, and Ray
10. Renée Elise Goldsberry Known for her role as “Angelica Schuyler” in Broadway’s Hamilton , originated the role of “Nettie” in The Color Purple on Broadway
11. Gloria Foster Theatre actress and two-time Obie Award winner for In White America and A Raisin in the Sun, played “The Oracle” in The Matrix and The Matrix Reloaded
12. Laila Pruitt Known for her role as “Nicole” in Starz’ BMF
13. Ellen Holly Played “Carla Hall” on the soap opera One Life To Live
14. Keshia Knight Pulliam Best known for roles in The Cosby Show, Madea Goes To Jail, and Tyler Perry’s House of Payne
15. T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh Best known for appearing on In Living Color and That’s So Raven
16. Daphne Maxwell-Reid Best known for playing “Vivian Banks” on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air from 1993-1996
17. Kym Whitley Credits include Young and Hungry, Next Friday, Along Came Polly and Curb Your Enthusiasm
18. Queen Latifah Hip-Hop icon & actress, credits include The Equalizer, Set It Off, Chicago, and Bringing Down The House
19. Danielle Brooks Singer/Actress, credits include The Color Purple , Orange Is The New Black, and Mahalia
