Karen Akers is an American singer and actress who has been performing for over four decades. She has appeared in numerous Broadway shows, including Nine and Grand Hotel, and has released several solo albums. Her most recent album, 'The Road to Where I Stand, ' was released in 2018. She has also acted in films such as The Purple Rose of Cairo and The Cotton Club. Akers has received numerous awards and accolades throughout her career, including a Tony Award nomination for Best Actress in a Musical.