Biography
Nell Carter was an American actress and singer. Carter began her career in 1970, singing in the theater, and later began work on television. She was best known for her role as Nell Harper on the sitcom Gimme a Break!, which aired from 1981 to 1987.
Acted in 40
2000s
- 2005
Back By Midnight
Waitress
- 2004
Broadway's Lost Treasures II
Performer (segment "Ain't Misbehavin'")
- 2003
- 2002
Spider-Man: The Return of the Green Goblin
Glory Grant (voice)
- 2001
- 2000
The Tulsa Lynching of 1921: A Hidden Story
Movie
Perfect Fit
Mrs. Gordy
1990s
- 1999
Sealed with a Kiss
Mrs. Wheatley
We Wish You a Merry Christmas
Mrs. Claus (voice)
- 1998
- 1997
- 1996
The Proprietor
Millie Jackson
- 1995
The Misery Brothers
Courtroom Singer
- 1994
The Crazysitter
The Warden
- 1992
Bebe's Kids
Vivian (voice)
Final Shot: The Hank Gathers Story
Lucille Gathers
The Jaleel White Special
Movie
Maid for Each Other
Jasmine Jones
- 1990
You Take the Kids
Nell Kirkland · 6 episodes
1980s
- 1988
Joan Rivers and Friends Salute Heidi Abromowitz
Nell Carter
- 1987
- 1986
- 1985
The NBC All Star Hour: Let's All Be There
Movie
- 1982
Ain't Misbehavin'
Performer
- 1981
Modern Problems
Dorita
Back Roads
Waitress
1970s
- 1979
- 1978
Cindy
Olive
Appearances15
2020s
- 2024
The Little Pageant That Could
Self (archive footage)
2000s
- 2001
Beyond Tara: The Extraordinary Life of Hattie McDaniel
Self
1990s
- 1999
My Favorite Broadway: The Leading Ladies
Self - Performer
- 1996
- 1991
Voices That Care
Self - Choir Member
1980s
- 1988
Irving Berlin's 100th Birthday Celebration
Self
- 1985
The Best of Broadway
Herself
Night of 100 Stars II
Self
- 1982
Night of 100 Stars
Self
- 1980
The Big Show
Self · 3 episodes
1950s
- 1953
