Shirley Hemphill
Acting
Asheville, North Carolina, USA
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!!.
Known For
The Love Boat
September 24, 1977
CB4
March 12, 1993
Martin
August 27, 1992
Good Times
February 08, 1974
The Wayans Bros.
January 11, 1995
What's Happening!!
August 05, 1976
The Richard Pryor Show
September 13, 1977
What's Happening Now!!
September 07, 1985
The Mike Douglas Show
December 11, 1961
The Richard Pryor Special?
May 05, 1977
All's Fair
September 20, 1976
One in a Million
January 08, 1980