Flip Wilson
Born: 1933-12-08
Birthplace: 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.
Known For
Uptown Saturday Night
Joys
The Fish That Saved Pittsburgh
US Against the World
Skatetown, U.S.A.
Cancel My Reservation
A Walking Tour of Sesame Street
The Ultimate Collection Starring Johnny Carson - The Best of the 60s and 70s
The Mad, Mad, Mad Comedians
Zora is My Name!
Top Movie Credits
Uptown Saturday Night
The Reverend
Joys
Self
The Fish That Saved Pittsburgh
Coach "Jock" Delaney
US Against the World
Self
Skatetown, U.S.A.
Harvey Ross
Cancel My Reservation
Flip Wilson (uncredited)
A Walking Tour of Sesame Street
Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
The Mad, Mad, Mad Comedians
Self (voice)