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Nell Carter
Known for: ActingNell 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.
Filmography 16
Gimme a Break!
as Nell Harper 
Modern Problems
as Dorita 
The Grass Harp
as Catherine Creek 
Back Roads
as Waitress 
Maid for Each Other
as Jasmine Jones 
Bebe's Kids
as Vivian (voice) 
We Wish You a Merry Christmas
as Mrs. Claus (voice) 
Mother Goose: A Rappin' and Rhymin' Special
as Mary (voice) 
Fakin' Da Funk
as Claire 
The Little Pageant That Could
as Self (archive footage) 
Sealed with a Kiss
as Mrs. Wheatley 
Baryshnikov on Broadway
as Self 
Swing
as Grace 
Final Shot: The Hank Gathers Story
as Lucille Gathers 
The Proprietor
as Millie Jackson 
The Misery Brothers
as Courtroom Singer