Diahann Carroll supported Shirley Chisholm in her historic 1972 presidential campaign in the Netflix political biopic Shirley. Amirah Vann portrays Diahann Carroll in Shirley. Carroll is known for her groundbreaking role in Julia, the first show to star a black woman in a non-stereotypical role. Carroll, a trailblazing actress, received multiple awards throughout her career and had a lasting impact on representation in television.

Actress Diahann Carroll was briefly portrayed in the Netflix political biopic Shirley. Carroll is shown supporting Shirley Chisholm's historic 1972 presidential campaign in the film as she became the first black woman to ever run for President of the United States. Carroll is one of many real-life figures portrayed in Shirley's cast, which also includes depictions of Congresswoman Barbara Lee and prominent attorney Robert C. Gottlieb, both of whom had been early supporters of Chisholm's trailblazing political efforts.

Carroll is portrayed by Amirah Vann in Shirley, who is...