Nell Carter
Acting
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.
Known for
2024The Little Pageant That Could
Self (archive footage)
2005Back By Midnight
Waitress
2004Broadway's Lost Treasures II
Performer (segment "Ain't Misbehavin'")
2003Swing
Grace
2000Perfect Fit
Mrs. Gordy
2000The Tulsa Lynching of 1921: A Hidden Story
1999We Wish You a Merry Christmas
Mrs. Claus (voice)
1999Sealed with a Kiss
Mrs. Wheatley
1999My Favorite Broadway: The Leading Ladies
Self - Performer
1997Fakin' Da Funk
Claire
1997Mother Goose: A Rappin' and Rhymin' Special
Mary (voice)
1996The Grass Harp
Catherine Creek
1996The Proprietor
Millie Jackson
1995The Misery Brothers
Courtroom Singer
1994The Crazysitter
The Warden
1992Final Shot: The Hank Gathers Story
Lucille Gathers
1992Maid for Each Other
Jasmine Jones
1992Bebe's Kids
Vivian (voice)
1991Voices That Care
Self - Choir Member
1988Irving Berlin's 100th Birthday Celebration
Self
1988Joan Rivers and Friends Salute Heidi Abromowitz
Nell Carter
1985Night of 100 Stars II
Self
1985The Best of Broadway
Herself
1985The NBC All Star Hour: Let's All Be There