FLIP WILSON
Flip Wilson
Gender: Male
Known for: Acting
Birthday: December 8, 1933
Deathday: November 25, 1998
Place of Birth: Jersey City, New Jersey, U.S.
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.
Filmography
Starring
1995·
The Drew Carey ShowFlip Wilson
1990·
Zora is My Name!1985·
Charlie & Co.Charlie Richmond
1985·
227Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
1979·
LeifSelf
1979·
Skatetown, U.S.A.Harvey Ross
Coach "Jock" Delaney
1977·
The Love BoatFrank Dalton
1977·
US Against the WorldSelf
1976·
JoysSelf
1976·
PinocchioThe Fox
1975·
Saturday Night LiveSelf - Host
1975·
Van Dyke and CompanySelf
1975·
CherSelf
Billy Parker / The Prime Minister
Self
Clerow Wilson / Geraldine / Rev. LeRoy / Devil / Ralph (voice)
The Reverend
Self
1973·
The Bobby Darin ShowClerow Wilson / Geraldine / Rev. Leroy / Devil / Herbie (voice)
1970·
The Flip Wilson ShowSelf - Host
Self (voice)
Self
Geraldine / Prince Vanity / Leroy
1969·
Love, American StyleSelf
Self
1968·
Here's LucyFlip Wilson
Self - Guest, Self
Self - Guest Host, Self
Self
1958·
Kraft Music HallSelf
1948·
The Ed Sullivan ShowSelf