Barbara Howard, brilliantly played by Sheryl Lee Ralph, is the only character in Abbott Elementary that lacks depth. From Melissa and Jacob moving in together, Gregory and his father, Janine ...

Barbara Howard was truly a gift for Ralph, who first became a star for her role in the original stage production of Dreamgirls. At the 2022 Emmy Awards, ...

A kindergarten teacher at Abbott, Barbara Howard takes an old-school approach to the job. Barbara is something of a role model for Janine Teagues. She's played by Sheryl Lee Ralph.

The actress received a nod for her role as Barbara Howard, a no-nonsense kindergarten teacher in “Abbott Elementary.” By Julia Jacobs In Hollywood terms, Sheryl Lee Ralph is not unlike her ...

However, Ralph has bagged most awards for her portrayal of earnest and determined Barbara Howard. The most recent episode of Abbott Elementary, “The Fundraiser,” has the two throwing down over ...

How do you think you grew with Barbara Howard now that you’ve played her for two seasons? When I got this role, she was such a subtle character that I didn’t know if anybody would see my work.