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Whoopi Goldberg Presents Moms Mabley · 2013

Whoopi Goldberg Presents Moms Mabley (2013) is a Documentary film directed by Whoopi Goldberg, starring Whoopi Goldberg, Moms Mabley, Harry Belafonte.

Documentary

Overview

A feature documentary about Jackie "Moms" Mabley, an African-American stand-up comic and show-biz pioneer who emerged from the Chitlin' Circuit of African-American Vaudeville to become a mainstream star. Once billed as "The Funniest Woman in the World," Mabley pushed the boundaries of comedy by tackling topics such as gender, sex, and racism and performed up until her death in 1975. A true passion project for first-time director Whoopi Goldberg, the documentary shows Mabley's historical significance and profound influence as a performer vastly ahead of her time.

Cast

Whoopi Goldberg, Moms Mabley, Harry Belafonte, Joan Rivers, Sidney Poitier, Kathy Griffin, Bill Cosby, Eddie Murphy

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What is "Whoopi Goldberg Presents Moms Mabley" about?

A feature documentary about Jackie "Moms" Mabley, an African-American stand-up comic and show-biz pioneer who emerged from the Chitlin' Circuit of African-American Vaudeville to become a mainstream star. Once billed as "The Funniest Woman in the World," Mabley pushed the boundaries of comedy by tackling topics such as gender, sex, and racism and performed up until her death in 1975. A true passion project for first-time director Whoopi Goldberg, the documentary shows Mabley's historical significance and profound influence as a performer vastly ahead of her time.

When was "Whoopi Goldberg Presents Moms Mabley" released?

Whoopi Goldberg Presents Moms Mabley was released in 2013.

Who stars in "Whoopi Goldberg Presents Moms Mabley"?

The cast includes Whoopi Goldberg, Moms Mabley, Harry Belafonte, Joan Rivers.