Sheila E.
Known for Acting
Sheila Escovedo (born December 12, 1957), known under the stage name Sheila E., is an American singer and drummer. She began her career in the mid-1970s as a percussionist for the George Duke Band. After separating from the group in 1983, Sheila began a solo career, starting with the release of her debut album in 1984, which included her biggest hit song, "The Glamorous Life". She also saw a hit with the single "A Love Bizarre". She is sometimes referred to as the "Queen of Percussion".
Filmography
Chasing Papi
2003
as Latin Festival Band Member
Summer of Soul (...Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised)
2021
as Self - Musician
The Greatest Night in Pop
2024
as Self
The Adventures of Ford Fairlane
1990
as Club Singer
Krush Groove
1985
as Sheila E.
Nobody Dumps My Daughter
2024
as Anna
Christina Aguilera: Christmas in Paris
2025
as Self
We Are the World: The Story Behind the Song
1985
as Self
Prince: Sign 'o' the Times
1987
as Self
Yearly Departed
2021
as Self
Women in Rock
1986
as Self (archive footage)
FireAid Benefit Concert
2025
as Self
American Music Awards 50th Anniversary Special
2024
as Self
For Our Children
1993
as Self
Prince and the Revolution: Live
1985
as Percussion
Ringo Starr’s Big Birthday Show
2020
as Self - Performer
Life O' The Party: On the Road with Prince and the New Power Generation
2005
as Self
Prince and the Revolution: Parade LIVE
1986
VH1 Divas 2004
2004
as Self
Let's Go Crazy: The Grammy Salute to Prince
2020
as Self