In 2002, Sharp was cast on the CW comedy series "Girlfriends", which she played William Dent's (Reggie Hayes) girlfriend, and later wife, Monica. Her role garnered a nomination for an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series. The series ended in 2008. From 2005 to 2006, she also had the recurring role on "Everybody Hates Chris" as Sheila Ridenhour. Sharp also had roles in films "Malibu's Most Wanted", "", "Never Die Alone" and "Why Did I Get Married?".