Portrait of Carl Wright

Carl Wright

Acting

Biography

Carl Wright (February 2, 1932 – May 19, 2007) was an American tap dancer, actor, and comedian. His later life acting credits included Soul Food, Barbershop, and Big Momma's House. For several years, Wright teamed with Chicago radio legend Pervis Spann, playing a misguided and mischievous reverend on his Chicago television show "Blues and More".

Born: February 2, 1932

Place of Birth: Orlando, Florida, U.S.

Filmography

2004
The Cookout

as Grandpa

2004
2002
Barbershop

as Checkers Fred

2000
Big Momma's House

as Ben Rawley

1997
Soul Food

as Reverend Williams

1996
Early Edition

as Henderson