Leslie Uggams

@LeslieUggams

Tony and Emmy Award-winning actress and singer of Broadway, film and TV. Best known for playing Kizzy in the landmark TV mini-series Alex Haley’s Roots.

New York City
Joined May 2012

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  1. Celebrating the life of James Houghton. RIP dear one. Thank you ...

  2. So sorry to hear of James Houghton's passing. My condolences to family, friends and colleagues.

  3. Hear us roar 🦁: returns Wednesday, September 21 with Season 3!

  4. What an historic night! "When there are no ceilings, the sky's the limit."

  5. The Lyons are back! Season 3 premieres Wednesday, September 21 on . 🦁

  6. Incredible speech by an incredible woman. Couldn't be more proud & our country has been blessed to have her as FLOTUS. I love you, Michelle.

  7. What did Lucious do this time? You'll have to see it to believe it:

  8. Birthday boy , unafraid of controversy, tackled race issues in 1967's HALLELUJAH, BABY!

  9. We're back at it again for Season 3. RETWEET if you're excited for to return this fall!

  10. You all better be good to Mama. :-)

  11. Awe inspiring Singles and doubles victories in same day!...

  12. Congrats on your astounding career! All-time best with 7th 22nd Grand Slam!

  13. Let's sing and play this on an endless loop! ...

  14. Leslie Uggams followed and
    • @CJWikaneNYC

      NYC-based music journalist, liner notes essayist, concert producer, etc. Author of Casablanca Records: Play It Again (PopMatters, 2009).

    • @NewYorkcom

      Your essential source for Broadway, entertainment, travel, and everything New York!

  15. "I find music healing." Thank you for the nice feature....

  16. Congratulations to all involved with the . Celebrate the best in us.

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