Vicki Lawrence - Actor Profile

Vicki Lawrence

Acting
Updated: May 10, 2026
21Total Films
9.5 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 26, 1949
Birth Place: Inglewood, California, USA

About Vicki Lawrence

Vicki Lawrence is an American actress, comedian, and singer. She is best known for her character Mama (Thelma Harper). Lawrence also originated many other characters on CBS's The Carol Burnett Show from 1967 to 1978, the variety show's entire series run. In 1973, Lawrence became a one-hit wonder singer in the USA only, landing on the U.S. chart with "The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia". It reached number one on both the United States and Canada charts. Lawrence has multiple Emmy Award nominations, winning one in 1976. She is also a multiple Golden Globe nominee, all for The Carol Burnett Show.

Vicki Lawrence Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Vicki Lawrence reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 21 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Vicki Lawrence's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 67% of Vicki Lawrence's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Celebrating Betty White: America's Golden Girl, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Vicki Lawrence Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Vicki Lawrence's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Vicki Lawrence has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2023 Carol Burnett: 90 Years of Laughter + Love Self - Guest Super Hit Similar →
2022 Celebrating Betty White: America's Golden Girl Self Super Hit Similar →
2017 The Carol Burnett 50th Anniversary Special Herself Hit Similar →
2011 Annie Claus Is Coming to Town Martha Average Similar →
2009 Hermie & Friends: The Flo Show Creates a Buzz Flo Flop Similar →
2008 Hermie & Friends: Hermie and The High Seas Flo Hit Similar →
2007 Larry the Cable Guy's Christmas Spectacular Mama Flop Similar →
2006 The Fox and the Hound 2 Granny Rose (voice) Average Similar →
2004 Hermie & Friends: Webster the Scaredy Spider Flo Hit Similar →
2004 The Carol Burnett Show: Let's Bump Up the Lights Herself Hit Similar →
2004 Hermie & Friends: Flo the Lyin' Fly Flo (voice) Super Hit Similar →
2001 Carol Burnett: Show Stoppers Herself Super Hit Similar →
2001 Elvis Is Alive! I Swear I Saw Him Eating Ding Dongs Outside the Piggly Wiggly's - Hit Similar →
1998 Nunsense 3: The Jamboree Sister Mary Amnesia / Thelma Harper Super Hit Similar →
1994 Attack of the 5 Ft. 2 Women Herself Flop Similar →
1994 Hart to Hart: Old Friends Never Die Nora Kingsley Hit Similar →
1982 Eunice Mama Super Hit Similar →
1979 Express to Terror Karen Price Super Hit Similar →
1976 Having Babies Grace Fontreil Super Hit Similar →
1968 Rowan & Martin at the Movies Self / Member of the Young Americans (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1967 Young Americans Vicki Lawrence Average Similar →

Vicki Lawrence - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Vicki Lawrence?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Vicki Lawrence is "Celebrating Betty White: America's Golden Girl" with a rating of 9.5/10.

How many movies has Vicki Lawrence acted in?

Vicki Lawrence has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Vicki Lawrence?

Other notable films include "Nunsense 3: The Jamboree", "Express to Terror", and "Carol Burnett: 90 Years of Laughter + Love".

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