Shirley Hemphill
A native of Asheville, North Carolina, Hemphill moved to Los Angeles in the 1970s to pursue a career as a stand-up comedian. After working the Los Angeles comedy club circuit, her routine eventually attracted attention leading to her being cast in guest starring roles on television. In 1976, she landed the role of brassy waitress Shirley Wilson on the sitcom What's Happening!!.
Known For | Acting |
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Most Rating | 15.47 |
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Place of Birth | Asheville, North Carolina, USA |
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1977
The Complete Richard Pryor Roast
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Unaired roast of Richard Pryor by the cast of The Richard Pryor Show including Robin Williams (Good Will Hunting, Dead Poets Society), Sandra Bernhard...
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The Complete Richard Pryor Roast
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CB4
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CB4
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The Richard Pryor Special?
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