Shirley Hemphill

From Asheville, North Carolina, USA

Shirley Hemphill Biography

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!!.

Shirley Hemphill Movies

CB4 Poster
March 12, 1993

Shirley Hemphill TV Shows

The Love Boat Poster
September 24, 1977
Martin Poster
August 27, 1992
Good Times Poster
February 8, 1974
The Wayans Bros. Poster
January 11, 1995
What's Happening!! Poster
August 5, 1976
What's Happening Now!! Poster
September 7, 1985
The Richard Pryor Show Poster
September 13, 1977
All's Fair Poster
September 20, 1976

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