Quick Facts
Born:
1948-09-13
Birthplace:
Birmingham, Alabama, USA
Credits:
59 Total Roles
Nell Carter
Acting
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Biography
Nell Carter was an American actress and singer. Carter began her career in 1970, singing in the theater, and later began work on television. She was best known for her role as Nell Harper on the sitcom Gimme a Break!, which aired from 1981 to 1987.
Known For
Spider-Man
Glory Grant (voice)
Hair
Ain't Got No' / 'White Boys
Ally McBeal
Harriet Pumple
Touched by an Angel
Cynthia Winslow
Reba
Dr. Susan Peters
Modern Problems
Dorita
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
Self
The Oscars
Self
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | The Little Pageant That Could MOVIE | Self (archive footage) |
| 2005 | Back By Midnight MOVIE | Waitress |
| 2004 | Broadway's Lost Treasures II MOVIE | Performer (segment "Ain't Misbehavin'") |
| 2003 | Swing MOVIE | Grace |
| 2001 | Reba TV | Dr. Susan Peters |
| 2001 | Beyond Tara: The Extraordinary Life of Hattie McDaniel MOVIE | Self |
| 2000 | The Tulsa Lynching of 1921: A Hidden Story MOVIE | Self |
| 2000 | Perfect Fit MOVIE | Mrs. Gordy |
| 1999 | My Favorite Broadway: The Leading Ladies MOVIE | Self - Performer |
| 1999 | Sealed with a Kiss MOVIE | Mrs. Wheatley |