Prior to and following her Tony win, Ms. Capers worked extensively in film. Her movie credits include "The Great White Hope," "Lady Sings the Blues," "Trouble Man," "The Toy," "Teachers," "Ferris Bueller's Day Off," "Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling," and "What's Love Got to Do With It." She also appeared on countless television series, from "Have Gun—Will Travel" in the 1950s to "ER."