This is part II of a special tribute evening which brought together family, friends, and colleagues to honor and celebrate three of our living legends: Garrett Morris, Earl Billings, and Harold Sylvester.

Growing up in New Orleans, Harold Sylvester carved out a remarkable path in the world of stage and screen, and we’re here to celebrate that journey. This video is filled with such playful anecdotes and delightful memories from Harold’s friends and colleagues, providing a warm, heartfelt tribute to his vibrant personality.

Listen as we honor Harold not only as an actor and writer but as a beloved mentor and family man. Through touching stories and reflections, we shine a light on his heartfelt connections to New Orleans and the joy he brings to those around him. Join us as we revel in the laughter, admiration, and gratitude that Harold Sylvester so richly deserves.

Appearing

Terence Rosemore is an award-winning actor and filmmaker. He has appeared in numerous films and TV shows, including “Triple 9,” “The Nice Guys,” “Guardians of the Galaxy Vols. 2 & 3,” “Atlanta,” and “Outer Banks.” He is a regular on “Old Black Men Sittin’ on the Porch Talkin’ Shit”

Starletta DuPois is a distinguished American actress known for her extensive work in film, television, and theater. DuPois has appeared in over 90 films and TV shows, including notable roles in “Waiting to Exhale,” “Big Momma’s House,” and “The Notebook.” Her theater career highlights include a Tony Award nomination for “The Mighty Gents” and an NAACP Image Award for “A Raisin in the Sun.” She is also recognized for playing all three female roles in Lorraine Hansberry’s “A Raisin in the Sun.”

Veronica Redd is a renowned American actress. She is best known for her role as Mamie Johnson in the CBS soap opera The Young and the Restless, a character she played from 1990 to 1995 and again from 1999 to 2004, reprising the role in 2023. Redd made history with her portrayal of Edie Stokes, one of TV’s first transgender characters, in The Jeffersons in 1977. Her extensive career includes appearances in Good Times, ER, The Women of Brewster Place, and films like Clean and Sober and The Five Heartbeats. Additionally, she has worked as an acting coach and continues to inspire with her enduring performances.

Saundra McClain is a versatile and accomplished actress, director, and producer. She has appeared in numerous films and TV shows, including “Free of Eden,” “Craig of the Creek,” and “Mr. & Mrs. Bridge.” She has also had a distinguished career in theater, performing on Broadway and Off-Broadway. She is a two-time Ovation Award and LA Drama Critics Award nominee and has directed several plays, including “Cabaret” and “The Play That Goes Wrong.”

Oz Scott is a renowned American television, film, and theater director and producer. Scott is celebrated for directing numerous iconic TV shows, including The Jeffersons, The Cosby Show, Boston Legal, and Black Lightning. His notable film credits include Bustin’ Loose and The Cheetah Girls. Scott has received several awards, including a Drama Desk Award and an NAACP Image Award, and has served in various leadership roles within the entertainment industry.

Richard Gant is a renowned American actor. He is celebrated for his commanding presence and powerful voice, often cast in authoritative roles such as judges, attorneys, and military officers. Gant’s notable performances include playing George Washington Duke in “Rocky V” (1990), Arnette Hostetler in “Deadwood” (2004-2006), and Owen Thoreau Sr. in “Men of a Certain Age” (2009-2011). He has also appeared in numerous other films and TV shows like “The Big Lebowski,” “Babylon 5,” “Friends,” and “General Hospital.” Before his acting career, Gant served in the Air Force and worked off-Broadway in New York.

Ellis “Skeeter” Williams is an American actor, comedian, singer, and writer. He is best known for his role as Henry Hughley in the sitcom ‘The Hughleys.’ Williams began his career in the early 1980s, making his television debut on ‘Saturday Night Live’ and appearing in films like ‘The Brother from Another Planet’ and ‘Eddie Murphy Raw.’ He has also appeared in numerous other films and TV shows, including ‘Jackie Brown’, ‘Seinfeld’, and ‘NYPD Blue.’ Williams has received awards such as an Ovation Award for his stage work.

Cheryl Francis Harrington is an award-winning American actress. She is known for her roles in TV shows like “The PJs,” “Grey’s Anatomy,” and “2 Broke Girls,” as well as films such as “Into the Wild” and “Friends.” She has also appeared in numerous other projects, including “Shrinking” and “The Baxters.”

Wesley Thompson is a versatile actor who began his career on stage, earning recognition as Best Actor in college for his role in George C. Wolfe’s “Up For Grabs.”He has appeared in numerous TV shows, including “Cheers,” “Seinfeld,” “Friends,” and “ER,” as well as films like “Casper,” “White Man’s Burden,” and “Iron Man 3.” He has also worked in theater, performing in productions such as “A Member of the Wedding” and “The Miser.”

Ted Lange is an American actor, director, and screenwriter, best known for his iconic role as bartender Isaac Washington in the TV series “The Love Boat” (1977-1986). Lange began his career in theatre, making his Broadway debut in the musical “Hair.” He has also appeared in notable roles in “That’s My Mama” and guest-starred in numerous TV shows. A graduate of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, Lange has written over twenty-five plays and directed several TV shows and films, earning him recognition as a Renaissance man in the entertainment industry.

Hal Williams is a renowned actor best known for his roles as Police Officer Smith (“Smitty”) on Sanford and Son (1972–1976), Harley Foster on The Waltons (1973–1980), and Lester Jenkins on 227 (1985–1990). His film credits include Private Benjamin (1980), The Rookie (1990), Guess Who (2005), and Flight (2012).

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Sheila Frazier is an American actress, producer, and model. She gained prominence for her role as Georgia in the 1972 crime drama film Super Fly and reprised the role in its 1973 sequel, Super Fly T.N.T. Frazier’s career spans multiple film and television projects, including Three the Hard Way and NCIS. Frazier continues to work in the entertainment industry, with recent roles in projects like Tyler Perry’s Madea Goes to Jail and Being Mary Jane.

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