Actress Belafonte is a multi-talented entertainer who has achieved success in many fields. She is best known for her roles in films such as 'Sharky's Machine' and 'White Man's Burden'. She is also an accomplished singer, having released several albums, including the Grammy Award-winning 'Calypso'. Her stage name, Shari Belafonte, is derived from her given name, Sharise, which is also the name of her daughter.