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Beah Richards

Acting

9.4 Popularity Jul 12, 1920 (80 years old) Vicksburg, Mississippi, USA

Beulah Elizabeth Richardson (July 12, 1920 – September 14, 2000), known professionally as Beah Richards, was an American actress and writer.

Richards was nominated for an Oscar and a Golden Globe for her supporting role in the film Guess Who's Coming to Dinner in 1968, as well as winning two Prim...

Biography

Beulah Elizabeth Richardson (July 12, 1920 – September 14, 2000), known professionally as Beah Richards, was an American actress and writer.

Richards was nominated for an Oscar and a Golden Globe for her supporting role in the film Guess Who's Coming to Dinner in 1968, as well as winning two Primetime Emmy Awards for her guest roles in the television series Frank's Place in 1988 and The Practice in 2000. She also received a Tony Award nomination for her performance in the 1965 production of The Amen Corner.

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Filmography 64

2004
Beah: A Black Woman Speaks Movie

as Self (archive footage)

1998
Beloved Movie

as Baby Suggs

1997
The Practice TV

as Gertrude Turner

1994
ER TV

as Mae Benton

1994
Out of Darkness Movie

as Mrs. Cooper

1992
Hearts Afire TV

as Miss Lula

1991
One Special Victory Movie

as Cora Simms

1990
Capital News TV

as Etta Mays

1989
Drugstore Cowboy Movie

as Drug Counselor

1989
Homer and Eddie Movie

as Linda Cervi

1987
Big Shots Movie

as Miss Hanks

1987
Inside Out Movie

as Verna

1987
CBS Summer Playhouse TV

as Katherine

1986
L.A. Law TV

as Alberta Williams (uncredited)

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Personal Details

Known For Acting
Gender Female
Birthday July 12, 1920 (80 years old)
Died September 14, 2000
Place of Birth Vicksburg, Mississippi, USA
Also Known As Beulah Elizabeth Richardson
Years Active 1958 - 2004
Popularity 9.4
Career Stats
64 Total Credits
30 Movie Roles
34 TV Roles
3 Photos