Marva King
- Known For
- Acting
- Active Years
- 1952–2014 (63 Years)
- Total Credits
- 6 credits in database
Biography
Marva King is an American actress, singer, and songwriter born in Flint, Michigan. She is recognized for her starring role in the stage production of Diary of a Mad Black Woman, a project written and produced by Tyler Perry. In this production, she portrayed the character Helen. Beyond her work with Tyler Perry, King has appeared in various film projects, including Love and Action in Chicago, My Soulmate the Movie, and Sprung. Her professional background also includes a career as a vocalist, having performed with artists such as Stevie Wonder and Michael Jackson. She was a member of Prince and the New Power Generation, serving as a singer for the band during multiple periods between 1997 and 2011.
Career overview
Marva King is an American singer, songwriter, and actress who was born in Flint, Michigan. Her acting career includes appearances in film and stage productions. She is known for her starring role in the DVD and theatre stage version of Diary of a Mad Black Woman, a production written and produced by Tyler Perry. In this production, King played the role of the housewife Helen.
In addition to her work in Diary of a Mad Black Woman, King has acting credits in other film projects. Her filmography includes roles in the 1997 film Sprung, the 1999 film Love and Action in Chicago, and My Soulmate the Movie. Alongside her acting pursuits, King has maintained a music career. She has worked as a solo, session, and touring vocalist, and performed with Prince and the New Power Generation, joining the group in 1997 and participating in touring periods and later guest appearances with Prince's band. Her entertainment career also encompasses performing with musical artists such as Stevie Wonder and Michael Jackson.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
6 titles- Slave Trade: How Prince Remade the Music Business (2014) as Self
- Prince: 21 Nights in London (2008) as Self
- Tyler Perry's Diary of a Mad Black Woman - The Play (2001) as Helen Simmons-McCarter
- Prince: Beautiful Strange (1998) as Self
- The Tonight Show with Jay Leno (1992)
- Today (1952) as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Marva King best known for?
Marva King is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Tonight Show with Jay Leno (1992), Today (1952).
How many credits does Marva King have?
Marva King has accumulated over 6 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1952 to 2014.
What is Marva King's background in cinema and television?
Marva King is an American actress, singer, and songwriter born in Flint, Michigan. She is recognized for her starring role in the stage production of Diary of a Mad Black Woman, a project written and produced by Tyler Perry. In this production, she portrayed the character Helen. Beyond her work with Tyler Perry, King h...
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