Vicki Lawrence

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Biography

Vicki Lawrence is an American actress, comedian, and singer. She is best known for her character Mama (Thelma Harper). Lawrence also originated many other characters on CBS's The Carol Burnett Show from 1967 to 1978, the variety show's entire series run. In 1973, Lawrence became a one-hit wonder singer in the USA only, landing on the U.S. chart with "The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia". It reached number one on both the United States and Canada charts. Lawrence has multiple Emmy Award nominations, winning one in 1976. She is also a multiple Golden Globe nominee, all for The Carol Burnett Show.

Career Overview

Vicki Lawrence has 36 screen credits in a career dating back to 1961. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently The Fox and the Hound with 1 titles. Signature works include The Carol Burnett Show, Eunice, Hermie & Friends: The Flo Show Creates a Buzz. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
female
Known Credits
36
Birth Date
1949-03-26 00:00:00
Birth Place
Inglewood, California, USA

Known For

Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 3 universes

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