Ernestine Jackson
Biography
Ernestine Jackson is an American actress and singer, known for her iconic roles on Broadway. She made her debut in 1967 in Hello, Dolly! and went on to originate the role of Ruth Younger in Raisin, earning a Theatre World Award and Tony Award nomination. Jackson's performance in Cookin' at the Cookery, a revue about Alberta Hunter, also showcased her talent in 1997.