Sherri Shepherd to join Broadway’s ‘Aladdin’ as the Genie, and she’s ‘beyond thrilled’
This undated image provided by Matthew Murphy on Friday, Sept. 5, 2026, shows Sherri Shepherd holding a lamp from the Broadway production of "Aladdin." (Matthew Murphy via AP) 2026-09-08T11:05:00Z NEW YORK (AP) — Her wish is being granted: Sherri Shepherd plans to join the hit mu.
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- Published: Sep 8, 2026, 11:23 AM UTC
- Coverage area: Entertainment & Hollywood
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