Episode 154 - Shining The Spotlight On "Dallas" & "Walker Texas Ranger" Star Sheree J Wilson - Part 2
In the conclusion of this revealing two-part conversation, host Tony Miros continues his chat with the fabulous Sheree J. Wilson, diving deep into her unforgettable years on “Dallas.” Sheree recalls shooting her very first scene with Dack Rambo—nervous, starstruck, & instantly put at ease by his warmth. A lifelong fan of the show herself, she admits to full-on fangirling on set, shares a hilarious story about being greeted by Barbara Bel Geddes, & fondly remembers her early encounters with Larry Hagman—whose legendary pranks kept the cast laughing nonstop.
Sheree pulls back the curtain on life behind the scenes at one of television’s biggest hits. She paints a vivid picture of a cast that truly felt like family. She reflects on the challenges of filming interiors in Hollywood & exteriors in Dallas, the demanding continuity of soap storytelling, & the genuine bonds she formed with castmates like Kimberly Foster, Cathy Podewell, Ken Kercheval, and Linda Gray—relationships that have endured for decades.
The conversation also explores the sheer magnitude of “Dallas” fame. Sheree shares stories of filming overseas, jogging through Salzburg only to be chased by schoolkids, and realizing she was part of something truly global. She also opens up about April’s unexpected romance with Bobby Ewing, the fan-favorite love story, and the shocking Paris demise that rocked viewers—revealing why she asked for her character to be killed off and how heartbreaking it was to say goodbye.
Finally, she reflects on the lasting legacy of the show, and her cherished memories of Larry in his final weeks. The episode closes with her transition to “Walker, Texas Ranger,” her instant chemistry with Chuck Norris, and why the series’ strong moral compass continues to resonate decades later.
SHEREE J WILSON
Sheree J. Wilson is a globally recognized television star best known for her roles on two of the most successful long-running series in TV history. She starred for 5 seasons as April Stevens on the iconic primetime soap Dallas and went on to headline the entire 8-season run of Walker, Texas Ranger opposite Chuck Norris. Today, she is also a successful producer & serves as president of Sandalphon Entertainment, a production company with a diverse slate that includes award-season dramas, action thrillers, comedies, & faith-based projects.
Sheree caught a lucky break in 1981 during a fashion shoot in Denver when she was mistaken for a model. That moment led to her being signed on the spot by legendary New York agency Wilhelmina. She soon moved to NYC and, within 18 months, appeared in more than 30 national commercial campaigns for brands such as Clairol & Maybelline, while also appearing in top fashion magazines & studying acting.
After three successful years in modeling, Sheree transitioned to acting and relocated to Los Angeles, landing her feature-film debut in Sam Raimi’s cult classic Crimewave. Her momentum continued with prominent film & television roles including Velvet, Fraternity Vacation, Kane & Abel, and Our Family Honor. In 1986, producer Leonard Katzman cast her as April Stevens on Dallas, a role that evolved from J.R. Ewing’s sharp-tongued nemesis to Bobby Ewing’s beloved wife. Her dramatic on-screen death earned her a Soap Opera Digest Award and remains one of the show’s most memorable moments.
Following Dallas, Sheree starred as ADA Alex Cahill on Walker, Texas Ranger from 1993 to 2001. Off-screen, she built an impressive career as a producer, overseeing projects from development through distribution.
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Sheree J. Wilson has gained worldwide recognition starring in two enormously popular long running television series. Appearing in the hit series “DALLAS” for five seasons playing opposite Patrick Duffy, and then for the entire eight year run of “Walker, Texas Ranger” opposite Chuck Norris. Currently, Ms. Wilson is the president of Sandalphon Entertainment, a production company that has a slate of films ranging from award season dramas, action thrillers, comedies and a faith-based division.
While finishing a degree in business and fashion merchandising, a ‘lucky break’ came shortly after graduation in 1981 while working in Denver on a fashion shoot. One of the photographers thought Sheree was the model, and introduced her to Wilhelmina, the modeling agent from New York, who signed her on the spot.
Sheree promptly moved to Manhattan and within eighteen months, had appeared in over thirty commercial campaigns for Clairol, Sea Breeze, Keri-Lotion and Maybelline. Her print work ran in such popular magazines as Mademoiselle, Glamour and Redbook all the while she was studying acting and honing her craft.
After three years of modeling, Sheree's agent, Vicki Light, called her with an audition in a feature film, urging her to move to Los Angeles. She won the starring role, opposite Louise Lasser, Brian James and Reed Burney, in "Crimewave,” a 1984 black comedy directed by Sam Raimi. Three days after that film wrapped, she was cast in “Velvet,” an ABC/Aaron Spelling MOW/series pilot, in which she played a female “James Bond” character opposite Sh… Read More
