Helen Martin

Helen Dorothy Martin (July 23, 1909 - March 25, 2000) was an African American actress of stage and television.

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July 23 - 1909 - March 25 - 2000 - African American - Actress - Stage - Television

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Martin was a Broadway actress for many decades, debuting in the theatre production of Native Son in 1941. Among other productions, she appeared in Raisin from 1973 to 1975.

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Native Son - 1941 - Raisin - 1973 - 1975

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She became famous later in life for her guest role as Wanda on the television series Good Times, and later as the wisecracking neighbor Pearl Shay on the television sitcom 227.

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Good Times - 227

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