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Helen Dorothy Martin (July 23, 1909 – March 25, 2000) was an American actress of stage and television. Martin's career spanned over 60 years, appearing first on stage and later in film and television. Martin is best known for her roles as Wanda on the CBS sitcom Good Times (1974–1979) and as Pearl Shay on the NBC sitcom 227 (1985–1990).
Helen Martin (1909-2000) was an American actress and writer who appeared in films such as Death Wish and Bulworth. She was also one of the founders of the American Negro Theater and performed in the original Broadway cast of Purlie Victorious.
- Actress, Writer, Soundtrack
- July 23, 1909
- 2 min
- March 25, 2000
Mar 28, 2000 · March 28, 2000 12 AM PT. TIMES STAFF WRITER. Helen Martin, a character actress remembered as the little old lady next door in Marla Gibbs’ mid-1980s television series “227” and as Halle Berry’s...
Mar 25, 2000 · Learn about the life and career of Helen Martin, who starred as Pearl in the sitcom 227 and appeared in many other films and shows. Find out her biography, filmography, awards, and trivia on this comprehensive online database of movies and TV shows.
Apr 4, 2000 · Helen Martin, a character actress whose career embraced the Broadway stage as well as films and television, died on March 25 at her home in Monterey, Calif. She was 90.
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Helen Martin was a stage and screen actress who broke new ground for African-American performers. She appeared in Orson Welles' Native Son, 227, and many other productions, and died in 2000.
Find out the list of movies and TV shows that Helen Martin, an actor, has appeared in or produced. Learn about her roles, awards, and personal life from TV Guide.
