Date of Birth: September 13, 1948
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Date of Death: January 23, 2003
Biography
Nell Carter was an American actress and singer, best known for her role as Nell Harper on the NBC sitcom “Gimme a Break!” which aired from 1981 to 1987. Born as Nell Ruth Hardy in Birmingham, Alabama, she began her career in entertainment at a young age, initially singing in church choirs and local bands. She moved to New York City in the late 1960s, where she started to build her career on stage. Her big break came when she starred in the Broadway musical “Ain’t Misbehavin’,” for which she won a Tony Award in 1978 and an Emmy Award in 1982 for the televised version. Besides her notable television work, Carter also appeared in films such as “Hair” (1979) and “Back Roads” (1981).
5 Interesting Facts about Nell Carter
1. Nell Carter won a Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical for her role in “Ain’t Misbehavin’” in 1978.
2. She also won an Emmy Award in 1982 for the televised version of “Ain’t Misbehavin’.”
3. Carter struggled with substance abuse and successfully overcame her addiction in the 1980s.
4. She had two aneurysms and underwent brain surgery in the early 1990s.
5. Nell Carter was also a staunch advocate for LGBT rights and often spoke openly about her bisexuality.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Nell Carter
1. “I’ve had a lot of tragedy in my life. I’ve learned to live with it, and I’ve learned to move on.”
2. “I love singing, and I love acting, but most of all, I love being a mother.”
3. “You have to be true to yourself and your dreams. Don’t let anyone tell you what you can or cannot do.”
4. “The stage is where I live. It’s where I feel the most comfortable.”
5. “I’ve always believed that laughter is the best medicine. It’s gotten me through some tough times.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of her career, Nell Carter’s net worth was estimated to be around $2 million.
Children
Nell Carter had three children: two sons, Joshua and Daniel, whom she adopted, and a daughter, Tracy, from a previous relationship.
Relevant Links
1. [Nell Carter – IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0141850/
2. [Nell Carter – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nell_Carter
3. [Tony Awards – Nell Carter](https://www.tonyawards.com/en_US/history/pastwinners/tonys_1978.html
4. [Emmy Awards – Nell Carter](https://www.emmys.com/bios/nell-carter
5. [Biography – Nell Carter](https://www.biography.com/actor/nell-carter
