Flip Wilson
Acting
Born: December 8, 1933
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.
Also Known As
- Clerow "Flip" Wilson Jr.
- Clerow Wilson Jr.
Known For
Saturday Night Live
October 11, 1975
The Six Million Dollar Man
January 18, 1974
The Love Boat
September 24, 1977
The Drew Carey Show
September 13, 1995
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
October 01, 1962
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
October 01, 1962
The Carol Burnett Show
September 11, 1967
The Carol Burnett Show
September 11, 1967
Living Single
August 29, 1993
227
September 14, 1985
Uptown Saturday Night
July 26, 1974
Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In
January 22, 1968