Darlene Love
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- July 26, 1938 in Los Angeles, California, USA
- Active Years
- 1964–2026 (63 Years)
- Total Credits
- 41 credits in database
Biography
Darlene Love, born Darlene Wright in Los Angeles, is an American R and B, soul, and pop rock singer and actress. She began her career as the lead singer of the vocal trio The Blossoms, which also included Fanita James and Gracie Nitzsche. In the early 1960s, the trio became regulars on the ABC television variety show Shindig. The Blossoms sang backup on various Elvis Presley recordings and backed him on his 1968 NBC television special, Elvis: The Comeback Special. They also backed Tom Jones during some of his Las Vegas shows. The group recorded the Gene Pitney-penned song He's a Rebel, achieving a number one hit without receiving credit. In addition to her work as a solo recording artist with hit songs in the 1960s, Love has acted in movies and television programs.
Career overview
Darlene Love, born Darlene Wright in Los Angeles, is an American R and B, soul, and pop rock singer and actress. She began her career as the lead singer of the vocal trio, The Blossoms, which also included members Fanita James and Gracie Nitzsche. In the early 1960s, the trio became regulars on the ABC television variety show Shindig! and later sang backup on various Elvis Presley recordings. They also backed Presley on his 1968 NBC television special, Elvis: The Comeback Special, and backed Tom Jones during some of his Las Vegas shows.
The Blossoms achieved the distinction of recording a number one hit without receiving credit when they sang vocals on the Gene Pitney-penned song He is a Rebel. In addition to her work as a solo recording artist and background singer, Darlene Love has acted in movies and numerous television programs throughout her career.
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Full Filmography
41 titles- Darlene Love: I Know Where I've Been (2026) as Self
- The 99th Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade (2025) as Self - Performer
- Return of the King: The Fall and Rise of Elvis Presley (2024) as Self
- Stevie Van Zandt: Disciple (2024) as Self
- Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular (2024) as Self - Performer
- Darlene Love – Live 1982 (2023) as Self - main vocals
- The Sherri Shepherd Show (2022) as Self - Guest
- Spector (2022) as Self
- The Christmas Chronicles: Part Two (2020) as Grace
- The Kelly Clarkson Show (2019) as Self
- Holiday Rush (2019) as Aunt Jo Robinson
- Elvis: The '68 Comeback Special (2018) as Self (Singer)
- Sweet Daddy Siki (2017) as Self
- The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (2015) as Self - Musical Guest
- The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2014) as Self - Musical Guest
- The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2014) as Self
- 20 Feet from Stardom (2013) as Self
- New Girl (2011) as Darlene Love
- The 25th Anniversary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Concerts (2009) as Self
- Elvis '68 Comeback Special Edition (2006) as Self - The Blossoms
- British Rock Symphony (1999)
- Lethal Weapon 4 (1998) as Trish Murtaugh
- The View (1997) as Self - Guest
- The View (1997) as Self
- Late Show with David Letterman (1993) as Self - Musical Guest
- Ghostwriter: Who is Max Mouse? (1993) as The Librarian
- Lethal Weapon 3 (1992) as Trish Murtaugh
- Lethal Weapon 2 (1989) as Trish Murtaugh
- Lethal Weapon (1987) as Trish Murtaugh
- Women in Rock (1986) as Self
- The Making of Sun City (1985) as Self
- Late Night with David Letterman (1982) as Self - Musical Guest
- Phil Spector: He's a Rebel (1982)
- Girl Groups: The Story of a Sound (1982) as Self
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Self (uncredited)
- The Love God? (1969) as Singer with The Blossoms (uncredited)
- Brand of Shame (1968)
- Top of the Pops (1964) as Self
- Shindig! (1964) as Self - Singer
- Another World (1964)
- The T.A.M.I. Show (1964) as Self - The Blossoms
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Darlene Love best known for?
Darlene Love is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Sherri (2022), The Christmas Chronicles: Part Two (2020), The Kelly Clarkson Show (2019), Holiday Rush (2019).
When and where was Darlene Love born?
Darlene Love was born on July 26, 1938 in Los Angeles, California, USA.
How many credits does Darlene Love have?
Darlene Love has accumulated over 41 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1964 to 2026.
What is Darlene Love's background in cinema and television?
Darlene Love, born Darlene Wright in Los Angeles, is an American R and B, soul, and pop rock singer and actress. She began her career as the lead singer of the vocal trio The Blossoms, which also included Fanita James and Gracie Nitzsche. In the early 1960s, the trio became regulars on the ABC television variety show S...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- New Girl (2011) as Darlene Love — aged about 72
- Lethal Weapon (1987) as Trish Murtaugh — aged about 48
- Lethal Weapon 2 (1989) as Trish Murtaugh — aged about 50
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Self (uncredited) — aged about 36
- Lethal Weapon 3 (1992) as Trish Murtaugh — aged about 53
- Top of the Pops (1964) as Self — aged about 25
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