Quick Facts
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Birthplace:
Asheville, North Carolina, USA
Credits:
13 Total Roles
Shirley Hemphill
Acting
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Biography
A native of Asheville, North Carolina, Hemphill moved to Los Angeles in the 1970s to pursue a career as a stand-up comedian. After working the Los Angeles comedy club circuit, her routine eventually attracted attention leading to her being cast in guest starring roles on television. In 1976, she landed the role of brassy waitress Shirley Wilson on the sitcom What's Happening!!.
Known For
The Love Boat
Charlene Grover
CB4
976-Sexy
Martin
Sister Claus
Good Times
Self
The Wayans Bros.
Coco
What's Happening!!
Shirley Wilson
The Richard Pryor Show
Self
What's Happening Now!!
Self
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Oddity Archive TV | Shirley Wilson (archive footage) |
| 1995 | The Wayans Bros. TV | Coco |
| 1993 | CB4 MOVIE | 976-Sexy |
| 1992 | Martin TV | Sister Claus |
| 1985 | What's Happening Now!! TV | Self |
| 1980 | One in a Million TV | Shirley Simmons |
| 1977 | The Love Boat TV | Charlene Grover |
| 1977 | The Richard Pryor Show TV | Self |
| 1977 | The Richard Pryor Special? MOVIE | Pushy Fan from Tour Group |
| 1976 | All's Fair TV | Self |