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Nell Carter
Born 1948-09-13Birmingham, Alabama, USA
Nell Carter was an American actress and singer. Carter began her career in 1970, singing in the theater, and later began work on television. She was best known for her role as Nell Harper on the sitcom Gimme a Break!, which aired from 1981 to 1987.
Screen work
Movies & roles
The Little Pageant That CouldSelf (archive footage)Back By MidnightWaitressBroadway's Lost Treasures IIPerformer (segment "Ain't Misbehavin'")SwingGraceSpider-Man: The Return of the Green GoblinGlory Grant (voice)Beyond Tara: The Extraordinary Life of Hattie McDanielSelfThe Tulsa Lynching of 1921: A Hidden StoryRolePerfect FitMrs. GordyMy Favorite Broadway: The Leading LadiesSelf - PerformerSealed with a KissMrs. WheatleyWe Wish You a Merry ChristmasMrs. Claus (voice)Mother Goose: A Rappin' and Rhymin' SpecialMary (voice)Fakin' Da FunkClaireA Benefit Celebration: A Tribute to Angela LansburySelfThe Grass HarpCatherine CreekThe ProprietorMillie JacksonThe Misery BrothersCourtroom SingerThe CrazysitterThe WardenBebe's KidsVivian (voice)Final Shot: The Hank Gathers StoryLucille GathersThe Jaleel White SpecialRoleMaid for Each OtherJasmine JonesVoices That CareSelf - Choir MemberJoan Rivers and Friends Salute Heidi AbromowitzNell Carter