Michelle Sweeney facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Michelle Sweeney
Background information
Born	Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Genres	Soul, jazz, blues, gospel
Occupation(s)	Singer

Michelle Sweeney is a talented American-Canadian actress and singer. She is known for her powerful voice in soul, jazz, blues, and gospel music. Michelle was born in Cleveland, Ohio, in the United States. In the 1980s, she moved to Montreal, Quebec, Canada. She joined the Montreal Jubilation Gospel Choir there. Since then, she has made Montreal her home.

Michelle Sweeney's Musical Journey

Michelle Sweeney has a rich history in music. She performs many styles, including jazz, soul, and blues. Her career began to shine in the 1980s.

Early Performances

In 1986, Michelle appeared in a musical called Ain't Misbehavin'. She performed alongside other artists like Ranee Lee and Anthony Sherwood. The next year, in 1987, she started her own music group. It was called Michelle Sweeney's Good News Singers. That same year, she released her first song, "Our Love."

A Star on Television

In 1988, Michelle Sweeney appeared on Quebec television. She performed with famous singers like Céline Dion and Johanne Blouin. They sang a mix of songs. These included "Aquarius/Let the Sunshine In" from the musical Hair. They also sang "Quand on arrive en ville" from the musical Starmania. Michelle's performance was so impressive that many people called her the star of the show.

Acting Roles and Achievements

Besides her singing, Michelle Sweeney has also had a successful acting career. She has appeared in musicals, films, and television shows.

On Stage and Screen

In 1989, Michelle starred in a jazz show called Eubie!. The following year, she was in a movie titled The Company of Strangers. In this film, she played a tour guide. Throughout her career, she has taken on various roles in movies and TV.

Starring in Student Bodies

One of her most notable acting roles was on the Canadian teen comedy series Student Bodies. From 1997 to 2000, Michelle played a regular character. She was the school principal, Mrs. Morton.

Awards and Special Shows

In 2000, Michelle Sweeney received a special honor. She won the Martin Luther King Jr. Achievement Award. This award recognized her many accomplishments in her career.

In 2020, Michelle created her own unique show. It was a one-woman show called Her Songs, My Story. In this show, she sings songs by the legendary Aretha Franklin. She also shares personal stories from her own life. She talks about how she overcame personal challenges.