Margaret Avery
Actor
- Born
- January 20, 1944, Mangum, Oklahoma, USA
- Age
- 82 years old
- Zodiac
- Aquarius
- Total works
- 36 movies, 24 TV shows
- Latest work
- A Man on the Inside (2024)
- Genres
- Thriller,Action,Crime
Margaret Avery is an American actress who was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role for her portrayal of Shug in The Color Purple (1985). She has also appeared in Proud Mary (2018). In addition to her acting career, Avery has pursued singing. Avery's performance in The Color Purple remains a significant highlight of her career.
