Carl Wright (actor)

Carl Wright (February 2, 1932 – May 19, 2007) was an American tap dancer, actor, and comedian. He was known for his roles in Soul Food, Barbershop, and Big Momma's House. 

For several years, Wright teamed up with Chicago radio legend Pervis Spann playing a misguided and mischievous reverend on his Chicago television show, "Blues and More". 

Wright was born in Orlando, Florida on February 2, 1932. He toured as a tap dancer as a young man, and for a time performed as The Three-Leggers with a one-legged partner. Wright died of cancer at his home in Chicago.Associated Press (May 20, 2007). Dancer, Actor Carl Wright Dies at 75.

Movies
The Cookout (2004) .... Grandpa
Barbershop 2: Back in Business (2004) .... Checkers Fred
Platinum Playaz (2003) .... Mr. Green
M.I.T.: Murder Investigation Team .... Darren (1 episode, 2003)
Rubbish (2003) TV episode .... Darren
When Thugs Cry (2003) .... Minister
Barbershop (2002) .... Checkers Fred
Just Visiting (2001) .... Station Master
Big Momma's House (2000) .... Ben Rawley
Early Edition .... Henderson (1 episode, 1998)
Walk, Don't Run (1998) TV episode .... Henderson
Soul Food (1997) .... Reverend Williams

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