Mabel King
Actress and singer from 'The Wiz'
Born
December 25th, 1932
92 years ago
Died
November 9th, 1999
25 years ago — 66 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Mabel King was an American actress and singer, recognized for a powerful stage presence and distinctive voice. She gained significant acclaim for portraying the role of Evillene, the Wicked Witch of the West, in the Broadway musical 'The Wiz'. Her performance earned her a Tony Award nomination for Best Featured Actress in a Musical. King also appeared in notable television series such as 'What’s Happening!!' where she played the role of Mama. In addition to her stage and screen work, she enjoyed a successful career in music, contributing to various soundtracks and albums throughout her lifetime.
Portrayed Evillene in 'The Wiz'
Played Mama in 'What’s Happening!!'
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