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Mabel King

Dec 25, 1932 - Nov 09, 1999 (66 years old) in Charleston, South Carolina, USA

Mabel Elizabeth King (née Washington; December 25, 1932 - November 9, 1999) was an American actress and singer. She is known for her role as Mabel "Mama" Thomas on the ABC sitcom What's Happening!! from its premiere in 1976 until the end of its second season in 1978. King is also known for portraying Evillene the Witch, a role she originated in the stage musical The Wiz and reprised in Sidney Lumet's 1978 film adaptation. She recorded on the Rama Records and Amy Records labels.

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Barney Miller
Mother Zilla
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Wiseguy
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The Jeffersons
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Tales from the Darkside
Ruby Cuzzins
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Fantasy Island
Lelani
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Amazing Stories
Jennifer Mowbray
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What's Happening!!
Mabel Thomas
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The Colbys
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Weekend Special
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Palmerstown, U.S.A.

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