Mabel King Biography
Mabel Elizabeth King (née Washington; December 25, 1932 - November 9, 1999) was an American actress and singer. She is known for her role as Mabel "Mama" Thomas on the ABC sitcom What's Happening!! from its premiere in 1976 until the end of its second season in 1978. King is also known for portraying Evillene the Witch, a role she originated in the stage musical The Wiz and reprised in Sidney Lumet's 1978 film adaptation.
She recorded on the Rama Records and Amy Records labels. Description above from the Wikipedia article Mabel King, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
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Family Reflections on Special Moments
Grandmother: [reading letter from Navin]
My dear family, Guess what? Today I found out what my special purpose is for. Gosh what a great time I had. I wish my whole family could have been here with me. Maybe some other time as I intend to do this a lot. Every chance I get. I think next week I'll be able to send some more money as I may have extra work. My friend Patty promised me a blow job. Your loving son, Navin." And he's got the kisses here.
Father:
That Patty must be a sweet girl.
Mother:
God bless her.
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Lessons on Trust and Work Ethic
Mother:
And remember: the Lord loves a working man!
Navin R. Johnson:
The Lord loves a working man.
Father:
And son, don't never ever trust whitey.
Navin:
Don't trust whitey. The Lord loves a working man. Don't trust whitey.
Mother:
Oh, baby.
Navin:
Daddy. Pierre. Come here. Don't you forget to grow up now.
Elvira Johnson:
Send me a picture, a picture! And I'll call you later! Don't forget, Navie!
Father:
Okay, okay. Let the boy go.
Elvira:
Bye.
Father:
We got work to do.
Mother:
And I hope you find whatever it is you're looking for.
Navin:
I will, Ma. I know it's out there.
Taj:
It's out there all right, and if you catch it see a doctor and get rid of it.
Navin:
See a doctor and get rid of it.
Taj:
Good luck.
Navin:
The Lord loves a working man. Don't trust whitey. See a doctor and get rid of it.
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