Sherry Stringfield
Career
Active 1989 – 2017
Biography
About Sherry Stringfield
Sherry Stringfield is an American actress, best known for playing Dr. Susan Lewis on the NBC medical drama ER. She was a member of the original cast, but quit during the third season despite a five-season contract. She returned in 2001 and left again in 2005. The role earned her three Emmy Award nominations.
Born in Colorado Springs, Colorado, she began acting in 1989, and worked steadily for 28 years before retiring. Her other regular roles include NYPD Blue and Guiding Light. She is 5'7" with blonde hair and blue eyes. She stands out for her slim build and a 33–24–35 figure.
Record
Profile details
Personal
- Years Active
- 1989-2017 (started around 22 years old; 28 years active)
- Birthplace
- Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
- Ethnicity
- Caucasian
- Sexuality
- Straight
Body
- Hair Color
- Blonde
- Eye Color
- Blue
- Weight
- 123 lbs (or 56 kg)
- Measurements
- 33–24–35 (B–W–H) · WHR 0.69
- Bra/Cup Size
- 38B show conversions - UK: 38B, EU: 85B, AU: 16B, JP: 85B
Frequently asked
Why did Sherry Stringfield leave ER multiple times?
She quit the show during its third season despite a five-season contract, then returned in 2001 and left again in 2005, making her ER tenure notably intermittent.
How many Emmy nominations did she receive for ER?
Three, all for her role as Dr. Susan Lewis.
Did you know
- She left ER in its third season while under contract for five, then returned in 2001 and quit again in 2005.
- Her ER role as Dr. Susan Lewis earned her three Emmy nominations.
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