Marla Gibbs
Marla Gibbs
Marla Gibbsis an American actress, comedian, singer, writer and producer, whose career spans five decades. Gibbs is known for her role as Louise and George Jefferson's maid, Florence Johnston, in the long-running CBS sitcom, The Jeffersons, for which she received five nominations for Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series. She also starred in the show's spin-off Checking In, and for her leading role as Mary Jenkins in the NBC sitcom, 227, which she also co-produced...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionTV Actress
Date of Birth14 June 1931
CityChicago, IL
CountryUnited States of America
I truly believe that everything that we do and everyone that we meet is put in our path for a purpose. There are no accidents; we're all teachers - if we're willing to pay attention to the lessons we learn, trust our positive instincts and not be afraid to take risks or wait for some miracle to come knocking at our door.
When I get on a plane these days, I go first class.
The reason most of the children are having problems in any inner-city neighborhood is because they don't see enough positive role models in their own environment.
I mean, if cans can be recycled, why not spirits?
We've got to know our history. We have to be able to bring our children to a place that they can be proud of.