Flip Wilson: Biography

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Birth Name:

Clerow Wilson

Born:

Dec 8, 1933 in Jersey City, NJ

Died:

Nov 25, 1998 in Malibu, CA

Genre:

Spoken Comedy

Decades Active:

1960's|1970's

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Cast in the mold of Bill Cosby, Flip Wilson was one of the most popular comics in the late '60s and early '70s, propelled by frequent appearances on The Ed Sullivan Show and talk shows. His star rose to the top with the very successful Flip Wilson Show, which often featured the comedian in the guise of Geraldine, a hip, sassy Black woman. "The devil made me do it" became a major catchphrase at the time. His records highlight Wilson during the early years as well as when his show was popular, with Flip; the Flip Wilson Show and Geraldine; Don't Fight the Feeling, featuring actual skits and guests from the show.

- Larry Lapka, All Music Guide