Marla Gibbs

Actress and comedian from 'The Jeffersons'

Marla Gibbs - Actress and comedian from 'The Jeffersons'
Born

June 14th, 1931
93 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An actress and comedian became widely recognized for her role as Florence Johnston on the television sitcom 'The Jeffersons,' which aired from 1975 to 1985. The character served as the housemaid for the main characters, providing both comedic relief and a unique perspective in the series. Gibbs also starred in the sitcom '227,' which aired from 1985 to 1990, further solidifying a career in television comedy. Offscreen, Gibbs has been involved in various theatrical productions and has made guest appearances in numerous television shows and films. Throughout her career, she earned several accolades, including multiple NAACP Image Awards and an Emmy nomination.

Starred as Florence Johnston in 'The Jeffersons'

Starred in the sitcom '227'

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