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Yolanda King

Acting

1.1 Popularity Nov 17, 1955 (51 years old) Montgomery, Alabama, USA

Yolanda Denise King (November 17, 1955 – May 15, 2007) was an American activist, actress and first-born child of civil rights leaders Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King. She was also known for her artistic and entertainment endeavors and public speaking. Her childhood experience was gre...

Biography

Yolanda Denise King (November 17, 1955 – May 15, 2007) was an American activist, actress and first-born child of civil rights leaders Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King. She was also known for her artistic and entertainment endeavors and public speaking. Her childhood experience was greatly influenced by her father's highly public and influential activism.

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Filmography 11

2002
Liberty's Kids TV

as Elizabeth Freeman (voice)

2000
Strong Medicine TV

as Choir Director

1999
Selma, Lord, Selma Movie

as Miss Bright

1999
Our Friend, Martin Movie

as Christine King (voice)

1996
Ghosts of Mississippi Movie

as Reena Evers

1996
America's Dream Movie

as Mrs. Crawford (segment "The Boy Who Painted Christ Black")

1995
JAG TV

as Federal Judge Esther Green

1981
Death of a Prophet Movie

as Betty

1980
Hopscotch Movie

as Coffee Shop Manager

1978
King TV

as Rosa Parks

1970
King: A Filmed Record... Montgomery to Memphis Movie

as Self (archive footage)

Photos 2

Yolanda King Photo
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Personal Details

Known For Acting
Gender Female
Birthday November 17, 1955 (51 years old)
Died May 15, 2007
Place of Birth Montgomery, Alabama, USA
Years Active 1970 - 2002
Popularity 1.1
Career Stats
11 Total Credits
7 Movie Roles
4 TV Roles
2 Photos