Flip Wilson
Known For
Acting
Born
1933-12-08 in Jersey City, New Jersey, U.S.
Died
1998-11-25
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.
Most Known For
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
as Self
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
as Self - Guest Host
Saturday Night Live
as Self - Host
The Mike Douglas Show
as Self
The Love Boat
as Frank Dalton
The Six Million Dollar Man
as Billy Parker / The Prime Minister
The Drew Carey Show
as Flip Wilson
Love, American Style
The Carol Burnett Show
as Self
The Carol Burnett Show
as Self - Guest
The Ed Sullivan Show
as Self
Here's Lucy
as Flip Wilson
Living Single
as Himself
227
Kraft Music Hall
as Self
Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
as Self (uncredited)
Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
as Self
The Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts
as Self
Joys
as Self
The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour
as Self