Vicki Lawrence

Actress and singer from "The Carol Burnett Show"

Vicki Lawrence - Actress and singer from "The Carol Burnett Show"
Born

March 26th, 1949
75 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Born in 1949, a prominent American actress, comedian, and singer. Gained recognition as a cast member of "The Carol Burnett Show," where performances garnered widespread attention. Starred in the spin-off series "Mama's Family," portraying the character Thelma Harper. In addition to acting, achieved success as a recording artist with the hit single "The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia." Hosted the daytime talk show "Vicki!" and remained active in television and music throughout the decades.

Starred in "The Carol Burnett Show"

Played Thelma Harper in "Mama's Family"

Released hit single "The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia"

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