Flip Wilson
Biography
Clerow Flip Wilson Jr. was an American comedian and actor born on December 8, 1933, in Jersey City, New Jersey, and he died on November 25, 1998, at the age of 64. He became best known for his television appearances during the late 1960s and the 1970s. From 1970 to 1974, Wilson hosted his own weekly variety series titled The Flip Wilson Show, during which he introduced viewers to his recurring character Geraldine. His work on the series earned him a Golden Globe and two Emmy Awards, and the program ranked as the second highest-rated show on network television for a time. Over the course of his career, Wilson accumulated 43 known acting credits in television and film.
Career overview
Clerow Flip Wilson Jr. was an American comedian and actor born on December 8, 1933, in Jersey City, New Jersey, and he passed away on November 25, 1998, at the age of 64. He became best known for his television appearances during the late 1960s and 1970s, accumulating 43 known acting credits throughout his career.
From 1970 to 1974, Wilson hosted his own weekly variety series titled The Flip Wilson Show. During the run of this program, he introduced viewers to his recurring character Geraldine. The series achieved notable success, becoming the second highest-rated show on network television for a time and earning Wilson a Golden Globe as well as two Emmy Awards.
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Full Filmography
48 titles- The Ultimate Collection Starring Johnny Carson - The Best of the 60s and 70s (2002)
- The Drew Carey Show (1995) as Flip Wilson
- Living Single (1993) as Himself
- The Jaleel White Special (1992)
- Zora is My Name! (1990)
- 227 (1985)
- Charlie & Co. (1985) as Charlie Richmond
- American Playhouse (1982)
- The Fish That Saved Pittsburgh (1979) as Coach "Jock" Delaney
- Leif (1979) as Self
- Skatetown, U.S.A. (1979) as Harvey Ross
- A Walking Tour of Sesame Street (1979) as Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
- The Love Boat (1977) as Frank Dalton
- US Against the World (1977) as Self
- The Sonny and Cher Show (1976)
- Joys (1976) as Self
- Pinocchio (1976) as The Fox
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Self - Host
- Cher (1975) as Self
- Van Dyke and Company (1975) as Self
- The Six Million Dollar Man (1974) as Billy Parker / The Prime Minister
- Uptown Saturday Night (1974) as The Reverend
- Clerow Wilson's Great Escape (1974) as Clerow Wilson / Geraldine / Rev. LeRoy / Devil / Ralph (voice)
- Clerow Wilson's Great Escape (1974) Story
- Flip Wilson... Of Course (1974) as Self
- The Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts (1973) as Self
- The Bobby Darin Show (1973)
- Keep U.S. Beautiful (1973) as Self
- Cancel My Reservation (1972) as Flip Wilson (uncredited)
- Clerow Wilson and the Miracle of P.S. 14 (1972) as Clerow Wilson / Geraldine / Rev. Leroy / Devil / Herbie (voice)
- The Flip Wilson Show (1970) as Self - Host
- The Flip Wilson Show (1970) Writer
- The Best of Flip Wilson (1970) Writer
- The Mad, Mad, Mad Comedians (1970) as Self (voice)
- Bing Crosby: Cooling It (1970) as Self
- The 5th Dimension Special: An Odyssey in the Cosmic Universe of Peter Max (1970) as Geraldine / Prince Vanity / Leroy
- Love, American Style (1969)
- The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour (1969) as Self
- Here's Lucy (1968) as Flip Wilson
- Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In (1968) as Self (uncredited)
- Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In (1968) as Self
- The Carol Burnett Show (1967) as Self
- The Carol Burnett Show (1967) as Self - Guest
- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962) as Self
- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962) as Self - Guest Host
- The Mike Douglas Show (1961) as Self
- Kraft Music Hall (1958) as Self
- The Ed Sullivan Show (1948) as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Flip Wilson best known for?
Flip Wilson is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Tron (1982), The Bitch (1984), Angel Face (1953), American Playhouse (1982).
When and where was Flip Wilson born?
Flip Wilson was born on December 8, 1933 in Jersey City, New Jersey, U.S.. They passed away on November 25, 1998.
How many credits does Flip Wilson have?
Flip Wilson has accumulated over 48 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1948 to 2002.
What is Flip Wilson's background in cinema and television?
Clerow Flip Wilson Jr. was an American comedian and actor born on December 8, 1933, in Jersey City, New Jersey, and he died on November 25, 1998, at the age of 64. He became best known for his television appearances during the late 1960s and the 1970s. From 1970 to 1974, Wilson hosted his own weekly variety series titl...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Living Single (1993) as Himself — aged about 59
- The Carol Burnett Show (1967) as Self — aged about 33
- The Carol Burnett Show (1967) as Self - Guest — aged about 33
- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962) as Self — aged about 28
- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962) as Self - Guest Host — aged about 28
- The Six Million Dollar Man (1974) as Billy Parker / The Prime Minister — aged about 40
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