Sherry, a native of Chicago, embarked on a journey in the acting world after graduating from the esteemed Northwestern University. Her early foray into the film industry saw her appear in two notable movies, "Loving" (1970) and "Rio Lobo" (1970),before she decided to shift her focus away from acting.
In 1974, Sherry joined Talent Associates, taking on the role of an executive in charge of development, where she honed her skills and expertise. The following year, she made a significant move by joining MGM as an executive story editor, further solidifying her position within the industry.
As her career continued to flourish, Sherry was appointed vice president in charge of production at Columbia in 1978, a testament to her exceptional leadership abilities and production prowess. Her impressive track record of delivering profitable movies led to her being recruited as President of 20th Century-Fox, a position she held with distinction.
In 1984, Sherry collaborated with Stanley R. Jaffe to establish the independent production company, Jaffe-Lansing, marking a new chapter in her illustrious career. When Jaffe assumed the presidency of Paramount Communications in 1990, Sherry rose to the challenge, becoming the Chairman of Paramount Pictures' Motion Picture Group, a position that cemented her status as a respected and accomplished industry leader.
