Quick Facts
Born:
1933-06-18
Birthplace:
USA
Credits:
25 Total Roles
Rappin' Granny
Acting
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Biography
Vivian Smallwood (June 18, 1933 – July 22, 2017), known by her stage name Rappin' Granny, was an American grandmother who performed hip-hop music. She lived in Castaic, California, near Los Angeles.
Known For
How I Met Your Mother
Leila
Malcolm in the Middle
Althea
Parks and Recreation
Muriel
The Ladykillers
Tea Lady
Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood
Sister Williams
Everybody Hates Chris
Old Woman
Everybody Hates Chris
Little Old Lady
Everybody Hates Chris
Older Black Woman
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | A Day in the Life MOVIE | Granny |
| 2009 | Parks and Recreation TV | Muriel |
| 2006 | America's Got Talent TV | Self - Contestant |
| 2005 | Everybody Hates Chris TV | Old Woman |
| 2005 | Everybody Hates Chris TV | Little Old Lady |
| 2005 | Everybody Hates Chris TV | Older Black Woman |
| 2005 | Everybody Hates Chris TV | Mother |
| 2005 | Everybody Hates Chris TV | Customer |
| 2005 | Everybody Hates Chris TV | Woman with Walker |
| 2005 | How I Met Your Mother TV | Leila |