Cheryl Renee Brown (born February 11, 1944) is an American politician who served in the California State Assembly, representing the 47th Assembly District, encompassing parts of the Inland Empire.

In 2016, Brown was defeated in her bid for reelection to a third term by fellow Democrat Eloise Reyes.

[1] Prior to being elected to the assembly, she was a newspaper publisher.

[2] During her first term, Brown voted against climate legislation.

In response, the progressive group California Donor Table sought to unseat her by supporting Eloise Reyes.