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