Mabel King

(1932-1999)

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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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Born	Donnie Mabel Elizabeth Washington 25 December 1932 Charleston, South Carolina, USA
Died	9 November 1999 (aged 66) Kaiser Permanente Woodland Hills Medical Center, Los Angeles, California, USA
Zodiac	Capricorn
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