Sheryl Lee Ralph Says Abbott Elementary Cast Knew "We Had Something Special" | Kickback with Kindred

Sheryl Lee Ralph reflects upon the singular success of Abbott Elementary and her incredible journey to this point, as both a legendary actress and working mom. She reveals how she felt after meeting Quinta Brunson and reading the script, as well as why she’s so proud to see her character Barbara Howard on TV, finally getting her flowers. She also explains how the current state of education aligns with the show, and she shares advice and encouragement for young parents trying to navigate through it all. Plus, she ponders an alternate life within the school system and reveals whether she would have been a teacher, like Mrs. Howard, or a principal, like Ava (but maybe not exactly like Ava). Kickback with Kindred as Kindred’s Senior Video Producer, Kareema Bee, chats with the legendary Sheryl Lee Ralph.