Sharon MacDonell is a Democratic member of the Michigan House of Representatives from the 56th House District, which encompasses parts of Troy, Clawson, Royal Oak, Birmingham, and Bloomfield Township.
MacDonell was born on April 9, 1962, in Bethpage, New York.
[2] MacDonell then worked for several automotive and broadcasting firms as a journalist, marketing professional, and video producer.
[2] MacDonell successfully ran in 2022 as a Democrat for the Michigan House of Representatives 56th district, defeating the Republican candidate Mark Gunn.
[3] In 2024, MacDonell successfully ran for reelection, defeating the Republican candidate Dave Kniffen.