Helen Martin
Actor
- Born
- July 23, 1909, St. Louis, Missouri, USA
- Died
- March 25, 2000
- Age
- 90 years old
- Zodiac
- Leo
- Total works
- 28 movies, 24 TV shows
- Latest work
- Something to Sing About (2000)
- Genres
- Thriller,Crime,Mystery
Helen Martin was a Broadway character actress who debuted in Orson Welles' production of Native Son in 1941. She gained fame later in life for her role as Pearl Shay on the sitcom 227, where she played the wisecracking neighbor to Marla Gibbs' character. Martin's extensive stage career included performances in notable productions such as Raisin, Purlie Victorious, and The Amen Corner. In film, she appeared in titles like Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood (1996) and Bulworth (1998). Martin's work in television also featured guest roles on series like Good Times and short-lived shows including Baby, I'm Back.
