Black Girls. [2], Sheila Johnson was born on January 25, 1949[3] in McKeesport, Pennsylvania, the daughter of a neurosurgeon father who worked for the Veterans Administration, and an accountant mother.[4]. The inimitable James Earl Jones was already a screen legend when he appeared inComing to America, lending his veritably royal presence as King Joffer. Now after an expansive 50-year career, he is back in his beloved McDowells restaurant playing Prince Akeems guiding voice and father-in-law. Talia Smith is an investigative journalist who has a deep passion for documenting and investigating political, social, and human rights violations that affect overlooked and underrepresented people across the globe. After his role as Oha, Prince Akeems royal servant who has the voice of an angel, he continued his winning streak, working alongside Denzel Washington in The Preachers Wife and Eminem in 8 Mile. Shari Headley (born July 15, 1964) is an American actress and former model. "We have got to send a message about. Eddie Murphy plays Akeem Joffer, the crown prince of the fictional African nation of Zamunda, who travels to the United States in the hopes of finding a woman he can marry and love for who she is, not for her status or for having been trained to please him. Allison Dean made her feature film debut inComing to America,as the sweet Patrice who ends up canoodling with Arsenio Hall's character. Murphy received his only Oscar nomination (thus far!) [18], Recognized as a Eleanor Roosevelt Val-Kill Medalist in 2012, Johnson was honored as an individual whose far-reaching influence has made our world a better place. She also reprised her role as Lisa in Coming 2 America. The film also co-stars Arsenio Hall, James Earl Jones, Shari Headley, and John Amos. Plus, at the time, he was most widely known for voicing Darth Vader in the Star Wars films. [15], Johnson is a Democrat, although in 2009 she endorsed Republican Virginia gubernatorial candidate Bob McDonnell. By joining TV Guide, you agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy. 40 followers. By clicking Sign up, you agree to receive marketing emails from Insider For her stellar work, Headley was nominated for an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actress in a Daytime Drama Series. Sheila Johnson is an American actress, who is popularly known for Coming to America (1988), Shakedown (1988) and Space Rangers (1993). Sheila's I Am Powerful Challenge raised over $8 million in 2007. [28], A television pilot of a weekly sitcom version of the film was produced for CBS, following the film's success, starring Tommy Davidson as Prince Tariq, and Paul Bates reprising his role as Oha. The Arsenio Hall Show (1989) revolutionized talk shows everywhere, as Hall made sure his lineup always included culturally impactful guests like Tupac Shakur and Public Enemy, and juggled heavy societal topics like the AIDS crisis and politics. [36] Wesley Snipes signed on for a role in the film. "[16] Vincent Canby in The New York Times was also critical of the writing, calling it a "possibly funny idea" but suggesting the screenplay had escaped before it was ready. Shakedown Photos were taken from google image search. Samuel L. Jackson has appeared in more projects than pretty much anyone else (his IMDb page lists triple-digit credits). Paramount cancelled press screenings of the film after initial negative reactions to a press screening in New York City. PS: Were Teyana Taylor's looks meant to be an homage to the lady in waiting? Who better to match the kingly James Earl Jones than Jamaican actress Madge Sinclair, who played the regal and elegant Queen Aoleon inComing to America? It ended its run after 13 weeks with $15,743,447. We made some of the same silhouettes with more modern fabrics and treatments. For 33 years from 19692002, she was married to Robert L. Johnson. McDowell's was featured in both the original movie and its sequel. John Amos played Cleo McDowell, Akeems employer and Lisas father, in the original 1988 film and since then, has continued to light up screens across American households. I even found some dresses from that ballroom scene in a rental house. He became the face of blockbuster hits like Deep Blue Sea, A Time to Kill, and Marvels cinematic universe, establishing him as one of our generations greatest actors. She served as sole executive producer on her second film, A Powerful Noise, which premiered at the 2008 Tribeca Film Festival in New York.[10]. Extremely Ugly Girl, an unattractive female clubgoer. And I hired him to direct the movie! She is the daughter of General Izzi, who is played by Wesley Snipes. Simpson onThe People v. O.J. RC: Because this was a continuation film as opposed to a remake, I wanted to move it through time by honoring the first movie while giving people another view of Coming to America. [33], The melody heard in the bathroom scene, where Prince Akeem is being washed by female servants, was sampled in Snoop Dogg's 2006 song "That's That" featuring R. Kelly; a remix of the song featuring American rapper Nas includes a woman's voice saying "the royal penis is clean, Your Highness", a line taken from the same scene. PS: As a Black creator, can you speak to the importance of sourcing Black designers for this particular movie? [5] A sequel, Coming 2 America, was released on March 4, 2021. In 1987, Paramount began working on Coming to America based on a story by Eddie Murphy. Ruth E. Carter: The first [film] had such grandeur it was shot like a big Hollywood movie. 13 hours ago, by Chanel Vargas Queen Of Hearts Halloween. We screen-grabbed them so we could copy them exactly. 116.202.197.189 Known for movies Coming to America (1988) as Lady-in-Waiting Bright Lights, Big City (1988) as Runway Model Shakedown (1988) as Carr's Lady Criminal Passion (1994) All images were fairly used during. While attending Proviso East High School in Maywood, Illinois she was a cheerleader, serving as captain of the varsity squad in her senior year. says the actress. The cult-favorite film, which broke box office records when it premiered in 1988, is a study in visual splendor when it comes to the wardrobe, from Prince Akeem's draped furs to Lisa's pink royal wedding dress, not to mention hilarious as hell who could forget Murphy's goofy, Scottish-inspired McDowell's uniform, complete with a red tartan vest and matching tam-o'-shanter hat? [14] Audiences polled by CinemaScore gave the film an average grade of "A" on an A+ to F scale. In the wealthy African nation of Zamunda, crown prince Akeem Joffer grows weary of his pampered lifestyle on his 21st birthday and wishes to do more for himself. Sheila Johnson . George Folsey, Jr. In the flashback sequence, when [Murphy and Hall] are in the nightclub, we used stock footage of Arsenio entering the club and re-created his whole outfit. Prior to Coming to America, a young Shari Headley was a successful model, appearing in top magazines such as Glamour and Mademoiselle, but had been cast in just a couple sitcoms, including one episode of NBCs hit The Cosby Show. Johnson's first film, Kicking It, premiered at the 2008 Sundance Film Festival in Park City, UT. X . New York Street Style. [2] It was the highest earning film that year for the studio and the third-highest-grossing film at the United States box office. After opening for iconic acts like Tina Turner and Wayne Newton, he went on to become the first African-American man to produce and host his own late-night show. Semmi wires a telegraph to King Jaffe for more money, prompting the Joffers to travel to Queens to find him. [citation needed], The movie has been described as having a "cult following" years after its release, despite negative press, with one of the highest-grossing box office of the year it was released, as well as one of the highest-grossing films featuring a predominantly African-American cast. Jackson's turn as the criminal who holds up the restaurant in Coming to America was one of his first standout roles, and he hasn't looked back since. After Coming to Americas release, Jones went on to star in The Lion King, Field of Dreams, The Hunt for Red October, Patriot Games,and Roots: The Next Generations, as well as a series of celebrated Broadway plays, further cementing his legendary status. Following the success of this film, this became a Murphy staple, as seen in four later films: Vampire in Brooklyn (1995); The Nutty Professor (1996) and its sequel (2000); and Norbit (2007). He played Oha again in Coming 2 America. . Entertainment Weekly is a registered trademark of Meredith Corporation All Rights Reserved. The website's critical consensus reads, "Eddie Murphy was in full control at this point, starkly evident in Coming to America's John Landis' coasting direction. Every product on this page was chosen by a Harper's BAZAAR editor. 2023 TV GUIDE, A FANDOM COMPANY. Details File Size: 7195KB Duration: 2.700 sec Dimensions: 498x498 Created: 10/16/2021, 2:11:47 AM When his parents, King Jaffe and Queen Aoleon, present him with an arranged bride-to-be, Akeem takes action. Coming To America Costume. They sold the company to Viacom in 1999. According to Hall, Paramount Pictures insisted on having a white actor in the cast. More at IMDbPro Contact info Agent info Resume Add to list Known for Coming to America 7.1 Lady-in-Waiting 1988 Shakedown 6.0 Carr's Lady 1988 Space Rangers 6.6 TV Series April 1993 1 ep Criminal Passion 4.6 Model 1994 Credits Edit Actress6 Self1 [5] She was also educated at the University of Illinois. I had a show called Teen Summit, we had a large variety of programming, but the problem is that then the video revolution started up And then something started happening, and I didn't like it at all. On May 24, 2005, Washington Sports and Entertainment Chairman, Abe Pollin, sold the Mystics to Lincoln Holdings LLC, where Johnson served as president. A young Eddie Murphy is fresh off his starring roles in box-office hits like Beverly Hills Cop, a young Arsenio Hall is gearing up to make his talk show debut as host of The Arsenio Hall Show, and newcomer Shari Headley had just wrapped her first big-screen leading role as Lisa McDowell. Trivia (2) An accomplished fashion runway and print model gracing hundreds of ads. Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go. Harper's BAZAAR participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. 11 hours ago, by Monica Sisavat Written by the original movie's team of Murphy, Barry W. Blaustein, and David Sheffield with the help of "Black-ish" creator Kenya Barris, "Coming 2 America" promises another lighthearted adventure as Akeem and Semmi return to the states to meet the unlikely heir to the throne. Teyana Taylor look soooo good . Coming to America (Home Ent. "Usually when we're telling our stories, it's about civil unrest or local problems. Personalities didn't mesh. Fast-forward 33 years, and all three actors, plus the rest of the films ensemble, paved the way to becoming iconic Hollywood figures. "He's my kid's godfather and he's a really close friend. POPSUGAR spoke to Carter, who's designed costumes for Malcolm X and Black Panther, about what it was like dressing the stars of the exciting new release. The film was released in the United States on June 29, 1988. It was an instant classic, launching the careers of Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall. We can't help but wonder if her little sister and her father (James Amos) ever came to visit her? But it turns out their fairy tale ending came with a plot twist: The sequel to the comedy classic, aptly titled "Coming 2 America," reveals that the prince has a son he was unaware of from his youthful exploits living in the United States. . , Awesome, Youre All Set! PS: Sheila Johnson's gold dress was re-created to a tee as well. Randy Watson, a soul singer with the fictional band Sexual Chocolate. Mr Sunak is due to present the Windsor . During the rally, Akeem encounters Lisa McDowell, who possesses all the qualities he is looking for in a woman. "[11], After her divorce from Robert L. Johnson in 2002, she was estimated to be worth about $670 million. When Samuel L. Jackson was first cast in Coming to America, he was just getting his footing in the film world, making a brief cameo as the hilarious Hold-Up Man who attempted to rob the McDowells restaurant. After leaving the critically acclaimed talk show, Hall went on to have an amazing acting career, including reprising his role as Semmi in Coming 2 America. Copyright 2023 Meredith Corporation. And so I think that we're really friends in real life and that we're really around each other in real life that comes across on screen.". [1], Johnson is team president, managing partner, and governor of the WNBA's Washington Mystics, a position she earned before the 2005 season. [17], In April 2021, Johnson along with Washington Commanders team president Jason Wright formed the Inclusive Growth Strategy Council within the Greater Washington Partnership. A promotional song for the film, also titled "Coming to America", was written and performed by The System. Sheila Johnson: Unknown--Jake Steinfeld: 30: 65: No: Calvin Lockhart: 54: Would've been 88: The Oscar nominee is proud of what Coming to America, released in 1988, meant to many. Since, Headley has worked regularly in daytime television, including featured roles on Guiding Light, The Bold and the Beautiful,and All My Children. Needless to say, they are blown away! Refusing to wed the bride his parents had pre-selected for him, Prince Akeem traveled to Queens, New York with his best friend Semmi (Arsenio Hall) to find the woman who could love him with or without a crown. In 1989, a pilot for a planned spin-off television series was made, although this was never picked up for a series. Several contemporary articles stated that the worldwide gross for the movie was $350 million. [35], On January 11, 2019, it was announced that the sequel will be moving forward with Murphy reprising his role and Craig Brewer as director (having previously worked with Murphy on the Netflix film Dolemite Is My Name). New Releases in Theaters; Coming Soon to Theaters; New on Amazon Prime Video . South African chorus Ladysmith Black Mambazo sings Mbube during the opening sequence (the song also known as The Lion Sleeps Tonight). Sheila Johnson's Scores. Johnson is CEO of Salamander Hospitality, a company she founded in 2005. Arsenio Hall, Shari Headley, John Amos, Paul Bates and James Earl Jones were expected to return for the sequel as well. John Amos. Blond . Johnson's first film, Kicking It, premiered at the 2008 Sundance Film Festival in Park City, UT. The couple first met three decades earlier when they acted in a play together. In the years since, Hall has flirted with the spotlight as an actor, but has also seen success portraying various incarnations of himself including in the Netflix movieSandy Wexler, about a Hollywood agent in the '90s and all his clients. "It was the very first comedy with an [almost] all-Black cast that was successful around the world," he told PEOPLE. It opened on September 2 in West Germany, where it debuted at number one with $3,715,791 from 297 screens. At the wedding procession, a still-heartbroken Akeem becomes surprised when his veiled bride is Lisa herself. However, a possible participation of lead actors Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall was left undefined. African Attire. Some standout appearances include: A Different World, Cheaper by the Dozen, Dexter, Grey's Anatomy,Shameless, This Is Us, and the 2016 filmSouthside With You, in which she played Michelle Obama's mother, Marian Robinson. Semmi/Extremely Ugly Girl/Morris/Reverend Brown. They're joined by several original cast members, including Shari Headley, James Earl Jones, John Amos and Vanessa Bell Calloway, along with some new additions to the kingdom, such as Jermaine Fowler, Leslie Jones, Tracy Morgan, KiKi Layne, Wesley Snipes and Teyana Taylor. "All Dressed Up (Ready to Hit the Town)" , "I Like It Like That" Michael Rodgers (4:01), This page was last edited on 7 February 2023, at 22:06. "It was the very first comedy with an [almost] all-Black cast that was successful around the world," he told. [14], In 2007 Johnson was honored as one of the Library of Virginia's "Virginia Women in History" for her career and her contributions to society. We identified the shape of each gem and made a complete replica of what she wore in the first film. Paul Bates provided some of the best laughs inComing to Americaas Oha, Prince Akeem's stiff-upper-lipped manservant and bodyguard. Pam Grier reflects on her most iconic roles, from Coffy to Jackie Brown. Don Ameche and Ralph Bellamy reprise their roles as Mortimer and Randolph Duke respectively from Landis's Murphy-starring comedy film Trading Places (1983). African Style. modelsofcolor: " Sheila Johnson in the 1988's Coming to America movie. Salamander's portfolio includes: Reunion Resort located in Reunion, Florida; The Innisbrook Resort and Golf Club, a 900-acre (3.6km2), 72 hole PGA tour golf course in Palm Harbor, FL; Hotel Bennett in Charleston, South Carolina; Half Moon in Montego Bay, Jamaica; Aurora Anguilla in British West Indies; and The Salamander Resort & Spa in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Middleburg, Virginia. The king is determined to see his grandson step into the line of succession. A Splash of Excess in a Tasteful Fashion Week, Hayley Williams Is Our March 2023 Music Director, Why We're All Obsessed With '90s Beauty (Again), Christina Sharpe Wrote Our Cultural Landscape. Boris Johnson is on rebellion watch this afternoon as Tory hardliners look to the former prime minister to lead opposition to Rishi Sunak 's Brexit deal. Now a Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star and former host of The Real, Beauvais' one-liner role had her dishing out rose petals for Murphy to walk on in the 1988 original. Paramount Pictures provided a list of three white performers, and Murphy and Hall chose Louie Anderson because they knew him and liked him.[7]. 13 hours ago, by Njera Perkins Actor James Earl Jones played one convincing royal papa in the original film, who encouraged his son to "sow his royal oats" before marrying his bride. Coming to America (1988) Cast: Then and Now 2019#WatchAG #Then\u0026Now #Coming2America #1988 SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE VIDEOS Never miss a daily video.Subscribe www.youtube.com/channel/UCLH25uR6pLSDtDTnGYScVmA?sub_confirmation=1Credits_______________________________________________________________________________________________Paramount Pictures (presents) Eddie Murphy Productions Distributors Paramount Pictures (1988) (USA) (theatrical) United International Pictures (UIP) (1988) (Argentina) (theatrical) United International Pictures (UIP) (1988) (UK) (theatrical) United International Pictures (UIP) (1988) (France) (theatrical) United International Pictures (UIP) (1988) (West Germany) (theatrical) United International Pictures (UIP) (1988) (Sweden) (theatrical) United International Pictures (UIP) (1988) (Netherlands) (theatrical) CIC Video (1989) (West Germany) (VHS) Paramount Home Video (1989) (USA) (VHS) Paramount Home Video (1989) (USA) (video) (laserdisc) CBS (1991) (USA) (TV) Paramount Home Entertainment (2001) (Netherlands) (DVD) Paramount Home Entertainment (2002) (Germany) (DVD) Paramount Home Video (2002) (USA) (DVD) Argentina Video Home (2004) (Argentina) (DVD) Argentina Video Home (2004) (Argentina) (VHS) Paramount Home Video (2007) (USA) (DVD) (HD-DVD) United International Pictures (UIP) (1988) (Spain) (theatrical) United International Pictures (UIP) (1988) (Finland) (theatrical) Argentina Video Home (Argentina) (VHS) BBC One (1991) (UK) (TV) CIC Vdeo (Brazil) (VHS) CIC-Taft Home Video (Australia) (VHS) Dave (2016) (UK) (TV) Esselte Video (Finland) (VHS) Finnkino (2004) (Finland) (DVD) MTV3 (1993) (Finland) (TV) Nelonen (1993) (Finland) (TV) Paramount Home Entertainment Finland (2007) (Finland) (DVD) (2-disc Special Collectors edition) Paramount Home Entertainment Finland (2013) (Finland) (Blu-ray) Paramount Home Entertainment (2002) (Brazil) (DVD) Yleisradio (YLE) (1997) (Finland) (TV) Special Effects Grant McCune Design (special visual effects) (uncredited) Other Companies ATCO Records (soundtrack published by) Cinema Research (opticals) McDonald's Corporation (the filmmakers wish to thank) New York City Police Department, Movie and Television Unit (the filmmakers wish to thank) (as New York City Police Department, Motion Picture and Television Unit) Panavision (lenses and camera by) R. 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Many audiences consider the 1980s as the best decade for comedy movies and there are many undisputed kings of the era. Bates's rsum of credits since is an eclectic roundup of notable turns, from appearances in films like True RomanceandShowgirlsto TV gigs onEllen, NYPD Blue,The Grinder, Lethal Weapon,andSon of Zorn. An African prince goes to Queens, New York City to find a wife whom he can respect for her intelligence and will. Akeem offers again to abdicate if she does not want this life, but Lisa playfully declines. Oscar-nominated for his role inThe Great White Hope back in 1971, the actor was honored with a lifetime achievement award by the Academy in 2012. Landis received $600,000, plus 10% of gross receipts.[3]. Prince Akeem and Semmi received a harsh New York welcome when their luggage was stolen upon their arrival in Queens. Shari Headley had briefly appeared in two TV series (The Cosby ShowandMiami Vice) before landing the lead role of Lisa McDowell opposite Eddie Murphy inComing to America. Sheila Crump Johnson was born on 25th January 1949, in McKeesport, Pennsylvania, in the United States. Prince Akeem/Clarence/Randy Watson/Saul. Paramount had optioned the treatment from Buchwald, and John Landis was attached as director and Eddie Murphy as the lead, but after two years of development hell Paramount abandoned the project in March 1985. Throughout the years, the multitalented actor, comedian, writer, and singer has always been able to successfully reinvent himself and showcase versatility with each new releasefrom his classic late 80s-early 90s work that ranges from his standup days in Eddie Murphy Raw and Boomerang to his more recent work in childrens films like Dr. Dolittle and Shrek. Cuba Gooding Jr.'s role in Coming to America, credited as "Boy Getting Haircut," was one of the Oscar winner's first: He provided the pivotal foil against which comedians Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall both in wacky disguises soared. Now he's got a hit picture on his resum, a movie that made over $200 million, as opposed to him coming off a couple of fucked-up movies which is where I'd rather see him be right now. [20], The film was the subject of the Buchwald v. Paramount civil suit, which the humorist Art Buchwald filed in 1990 against the film's producers on the grounds that the film's idea was stolen from his 1982 script treatment about a rich, despotic African potentate who comes to America for a state visit. As viewers, we're immediately transported to the grandiose and opulent. Although his filmography spans the length of a football fieldincluding his 2019 comeback, Dolemite Is My Nametodays audiences are likely most excited to see Murphy reprise his most nostalgic role, Prince Akeem, in the now-streaming Coming 2 America. [15], Sheila Benson in the Los Angeles Times called it a "hollow and wearying Eddie Murphy fairy tale" and bemoans, "That an Eddie Murphy movie would come to this. Sign up for our Fashion & Beauty newsletter. When he appeared in the film, he was fresh off ofBeverly Hills Cop II, and went on to launch several other multi-film franchises likeThe Nutty ProfessorandDr. Dolittle. "It was like being in a time machine," Amos told PEOPLE of returning for the sequel as Lisa's father and the owner of McDowell's. African Queen. The group has since recorded several different versions of Mbube; however, the version heard in Coming to America had not been released on its soundtrack or on CD as of 2006. It opened on September 2 in West Germany, where it debuted at number one with $3,715,791 from 297 screens. [29][5][30][31], A Tamil film, My Dear Marthandan, was produced based on the plot of Coming to America. Beginning their search for Akeem's bride, they end up being invited by some locals to a rally raising money for the neighborhood. Sheila Johnson is known for Coming to America (1988), Shakedown (1988) and Space Rangers (1993). The action you just performed triggered the security solution. As previously indicated, Coming to America features Murphy and Hall in several different roles, of different races and genders. Canby viewed the film as essentially a romantic comedy but said the romantic elements fell flat, and the film instead goes for broad slapstick. I've seen Arsenio two, three times a week for the last 40 years," Murphy told PEOPLE of his costar, who plays his best friend in the films. The MCUs tiniest heroes are kicking off its biggest phase yet, setting up the next several years of storytelling. James Earl Jones needs no introduction. Coming to America Cast - Then & NowI declare that all slideshow belongs to me. [20] In May 2019, The Lincoln Academy of Illinois granted Johnson the Order of Lincoln award, the highest honor bestowed by the State of Illinois. this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines. I wanted to bring a lot of gold and opulence into the story, so I gave it permission to be very blingy and showy. For me, traveling to Maxhosa in South Africa to dress the palace servants was representation that was necessary and beautiful the prints you see on the staff really colored the palace. [7] She sits on the boards of VH1's Save the Music Foundation,[8] Americans for the Arts,[9] the Curry School of Education Foundation at the University of Virginia, and the University of Illinois Foundation. Sinclair's acting career was cut short, as she died at the age of 57 in 1995 after battling leukemia. You can [theoretically] go to Zamunda and have a great time and buy some Ankara and see all of the colors and people and fabrics. Although he did not return to the Coming to America franchise, you can catch him in (virtual) theaters later this year with the release of The Hitmans Wifes Bodyguard and Spiral. It looks like instead of being on the side, she's now taken her place as the main flower thrower although we hope she has more duties by now. That whole scene was spliced together, but I think it was very successful. How Marvel went big with Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania. Check below for more deets about Sheila Johnson. Movies; Average career score: 56: Highest Metascore: 65: Lee Daniels' The Butler: Lowest Metascore: 47: Coming to America: Score distribution: . As viewers, we're immediately transported to the grandiose and opulent Zamunda, a feat achieved thanks largely to the costumes, thoughtfully reimagined by Oscar-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter. Watch the trailer for "Coming 2 America" and then scroll down below to see how far the royal family has come since the 80s. Prior to joining the cast of the original Coming to America, Sheila Johnson was an accomplished fashion runway and print model for top publications and advertisements; she also had a sitcom career . [21] In October 2019, the Women's Sports Foundation honored Johnson with the Billie Jean King Leadership Award. Rauner", "2019 Billie Jean King Leadership Award Recipient", Designer Luxury Silk Scarves, Wearable Art by Sheila Johnson, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Sheila_Johnson&oldid=1137847090, This page was last edited on 6 February 2023, at 19:18. 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