Esther Scott
Biography
Esther Scott (April 13, 1953 – February 14 2020) was an American actress. She was born in Flushing, Queens, New York, and as a child her family moved to Brooklyn. Scott developed an interest in acting while attending the Bronx High School of Science and later relocated to California, where she earned a degree in theater arts from San Francisco State University. She began her professional career as a voice actress on the series Star Wars: Ewoks. Her television work later included appearances on Beverly Hills, 90210, Full House, Party of Five, Ellen, The Steve Harvey Show and Sister, Sister, and she was a regular cast member on the short‑lived ABC sitcom The Geena Davis Show.
Career overview
Esther Scott (April 13, 1953 – February 14, 2020) was an American actress born in Flushing, Queens, New York. As a child her family relocated to Brooklyn, and she developed an interest in acting while attending the Bronx High School of Science. After moving to California, she earned a degree in theater arts from San Francisco State University, laying the foundation for her professional work in the entertainment industry.
Scott began her career as a voice actress on the animated series Star Wars: Ewoks. She subsequently built a steady presence on American television, appearing in a variety of popular shows. Her guest credits include roles on Beverly Hills, 90210, Full House, Party of Five, Ellen, The Steve Harvey Show, and Sister, Sister, demonstrating her versatility across comedy and drama formats.
In addition to guest appearances, Scott was a regular cast member of the short‑lived ABC sitcom The Geena Davis Show. Her contributions to the series added depth to the ensemble during its brief run. Throughout her career, Scott remained active in television, accumulating more than fifty credited performances before her death in 2020, subsequently.
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- The Birth of a Nation (2016) as Bridget Turner
- Extant (2014) as Esther Wimberley
- Gangster Squad (2013) as Letty
- Hart of Dixie (2011) as Old Lady
- Hart of Dixie (2011) as Delma Warner
- The Mentalist (2008) as Darla
- Transformers (2007) as Glen's Grandmother
- McBride: Semper Fi (2007) as Glynnis Jackson
- I'm Through with White Girls (2007) as Hester
- I'm Through with White Girls (2007) as James Evans
- The Pursuit of Happyness (2006) as Shelter Worker
- Dreamgirls (2006) as Aunt Ethel
- Four Kings (2006) as Sheila
- Fun with Dick and Jane (2005) as Disgruntled KostMart Customer
- Monk (2002) as Delores
- Less than Perfect (2002) as Interviewer
- Austin Powers in Goldmember (2002) as Judge
- The Division (2001) as Mrs. Ward
- Strong Medicine (2000) as Oleta Edwards
- Girlfriends (2000) as Selma
- The Kid (2000) as Clarissa
- The Geena Davis Show (2000) as Gladys
- Family Law (1999)
- The King of Queens (1998) as Clara
- Becker (1998) as Marge
- Brimstone (1998) as Snake Expert
- Senseless (1998) as Denise Witherspoon
- Serial Killing 101 (1998) as Mrs. Lindon
- October 22 (1998) as Mrs. Jennings
- Smart Guy (1997) as Verla Mae Tibbs
- City Guys (1997)
- One Eight Seven (1997) as Mrs. Ford
- Out to Sea (1997) as Maria
- A Christmas Memory (1997) as Anna Stabler
- The Steve Harvey Show (1996) as Auntie Pearl
- 7th Heaven (1996) as Ms. Mason
- The Craft (1996) as Nurse
- The Wayans Bros. (1995) as The ER Nurse
- Species (1995) as Female Conductor
- Illegal in Blue (1995) as Records Clerk
- The Low Life (1995) as Mrs. Raymond
- ER (1994) as Mrs. Sanberry
- Party of Five (1994) as Mrs. Hughes
- Ellen (1994) as Ruby
- Sister, Sister (1994) as Mattie
- The Innocent (1994) as Nurse Superindendent
- Baby Brokers (1994) as Polly O'Neill
- Melrose Place (1992) as Nurse
- Martin (1992) as Patron #6
- Encino Man (1992) as Mrs. Mackey
- Something to Live for: The Alison Gertz Story (1992) as Older Nurse
- Boyz n the Hood (1991) as Tisha's Grandmother
- Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990) as Connie
- Full House (1987)
- Ewoks (1985) as Shodu (voice)