ST. LOUIS, MO (KTVI) – Actress and community activist Jenifer Lewis is returning to her hometown for a big honor. She’ll give the commencement address for Webster University in May.
Lewis is currently starring in the movie The Wedding Ringer and on the popular sitcom, Black-ish. She grew up in Kinloch and graduated from Webster University in 1979.
Lewis will receive an honorary doctorate degree for her career accomplishments and activism.
"@CreeLuv314: Yassssss alumna @JeniferLewis Lewis is the commencement speaker this year at @websteru graduation!! I love her!!!!" Honored
— Jenifer Lewis (@JeniferLewis) February 5, 2015