Quick Facts
Born:
1933-12-08
Birthplace:
Jersey City, New Jersey, U.S.
Credits:
44 Total Roles
Flip Wilson
Acting
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Biography
Clerow "Flip" Wilson Jr. (December 8, 1933 – November 25, 1998) was an American comedian and actor best known for his television appearances during the late 1960s and 1970s. From 1970 to 1974, Wilson hosted his own weekly variety series The Flip Wilson Show, and introduced viewers to his recurring character Geraldine. The series earned Wilson a Golden Globe and two Emmy Awards, and it was the second highest-rated show on network television for a time.
Known For
Saturday Night Live
Self - Host
The Six Million Dollar Man
Billy Parker / The Prime Minister
The Love Boat
Frank Dalton
The Drew Carey Show
Flip Wilson
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
Self
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
Self - Guest Host
The Carol Burnett Show
Self
The Carol Burnett Show
Self - Guest
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | The Ultimate Collection Starring Johnny Carson - The Best of the 60s and 70s MOVIE | Self |
| 1995 | The Drew Carey Show TV | Flip Wilson |
| 1993 | Living Single TV | Himself |
| 1992 | The Jaleel White Special MOVIE | Self |
| 1990 | Zora is My Name! MOVIE | Self |
| 1985 | Charlie & Co. TV | Charlie Richmond |
| 1985 | 227 TV | Self |
| 1979 | The Fish That Saved Pittsburgh MOVIE | Coach "Jock" Delaney |
| 1979 | Skatetown, U.S.A. MOVIE | Harvey Ross |
| 1979 | Leif MOVIE | Self |