LaWanda Page
Biography
LaWanda Page was an American actress, comedian, and dancer whose career spanned six decades. Born Alberta Richmond, her birth date is recorded as October 19, 1920, and October 18, 1920, with her death occurring on September 14, 2002, or September 13, 2002. Known for her work in acting, Page holds 35 known credits on The Movie Database. She is best known for portraying the character of Aunt Esther Anderson in the television sitcom Sanford and Son. Additionally, she was crowned The Queen of Comedy and The Black Queen of Comedy, releasing five solo albums—including the gold-selling Watch It, Sucker! in 1977—along with two collaborative albums with the comedy group Skillet, Leroy and Company.
Career overview
LaWanda Page, born Alberta Richmond, was an American actress, comedian, and dancer whose career spanned six decades. Known professionally and recognized as The Queen of Comedy or The Black Queen of Comedy, Page incorporated blue humor, signifyin, and observational comedy into jokes concerning sexuality, race relations, African-American culture, and religion. Throughout her career, she released five solo albums, which included the gold-selling 1977 release Watch It, Sucker!. In addition to her solo work, she collaborated on two albums with the comedy group Skillet, Leroy and Company.
As an actress, Page is best recognized for portraying the Bible-toting and sharp-tongued Aunt Esther Anderson in the popular television sitcom Sanford and Son. Her extensive entertainment career encompassed acting roles across numerous known credits in television and film, establishing her legacy as a prominent performer and comedian.
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Full Filmography
35 titles- Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood (1996) as Old School's Mom
- The Parent 'Hood (1995)
- Friday (1995) as Old Lady
- The Legend of Dolemite! Bigger & Badder (1994) as Self
- The Meteor Man (1993) as Old Nurse
- CB4 (1993) as Grandma
- Martin (1992) as Evelyn Porter
- Shakes the Clown (1991) as Female Clown Barfly
- Talkin' Dirty After Dark (1991) as Angel / Devil
- Dream On (1990) as Eddie's Grandmother
- My Blue Heaven (1990) as Hotel Maid
- Family Matters (1989) as Elmerita Puckerwood
- Amazing Stories (1985) as Aunt Esther
- 227 (1985)
- Women Tell the Dirtiest Jokes (1985)
- Mausoleum (1983) as Elsie
- Zapped! (1982) as Mrs. Jones
- Good-bye Cruel World (1982) as Wilma
- Good Evening Captain (1981) as Self
- Sanford (1980) as Esther Anderson
- B.A.D. Cats (1980)
- Brothers and Sisters (1979) as Hattie
- Detective School (1979)
- Diff'rent Strokes (1978)
- The Love Boat (1977) as Stella Marshall
- The Richard Pryor Show (1977)
- Sanford Arms (1977) as Aunt Esther Anderson
- Stonestreet: Who Killed the Centerfold Model? (1977) as Erna
- The Redd Foxx Comedy Hour (1977)
- The Richard Pryor Special? (1977) as Sister Mabel Williams
- Starsky & Hutch (1975) as Lady Bessie
- Starsky & Hutch (1975) as Mrs. Swayder
- Dinah! (1974) as Self
- The Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts (1973) as Self
- Sanford and Son (1972) as Aunt Esther Anderson
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is LaWanda Page best known for?
LaWanda Page is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood (1996), The Parent 'Hood (1995), Friday (1995), CB4 (1993).
When and where was LaWanda Page born?
LaWanda Page was born on October 18, 1920. They passed away on September 13, 2002.
How many credits does LaWanda Page have?
LaWanda Page has accumulated over 35 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1972 to 1996.
What is LaWanda Page's background in cinema and television?
LaWanda Page was an American actress, comedian, and dancer whose career spanned six decades. Born Alberta Richmond, her birth date is recorded as October 19, 1920, and October 18, 1920, with her death occurring on September 14, 2002, or September 13, 2002. Known for her work in acting, Page holds 35 known credits on Th...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Sanford Arms (1977) as Aunt Esther Anderson — aged about 56
- Martin (1992) as Evelyn Porter — aged about 71
- Amazing Stories (1985) as Aunt Esther — aged about 64
- Sanford and Son (1972) as Aunt Esther Anderson — aged about 51
- The Parent 'Hood (1995) — aged about 74
- Starsky & Hutch (1975) as Lady Bessie — aged about 54
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