Shirley Hemphill
Known For
Acting
Born
in Asheville, North Carolina, USA
Died
1999-12-10
Biography
A native of Asheville, North Carolina, Hemphill moved to Los Angeles in the 1970s to pursue a career as a stand-up comedian. After working the Los Angeles comedy club circuit, her routine eventually attracted attention leading to her being cast in guest starring roles on television. In 1976, she landed the role of brassy waitress Shirley Wilson on the sitcom What's Happening!!.
Most Known For
The Mike Douglas Show
as Self
The Love Boat
as Charlene Grover
Martin
as Sister Claus
Good Times
The Wayans Bros.
as Coco
Oddity Archive
as Shirley Wilson (archive footage)
What's Happening!!
as Shirley Wilson
All's Fair
What's Happening Now!!
One in a Million
as Shirley Simmons
The Richard Pryor Show
CB4
as 976-Sexy
The Richard Pryor Special?
as Pushy Fan from Tour Group