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Actor
Occupations
Stage actor, Television actor, Film actor, Teacher
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Citizenship
United States
Languages
English
Education
University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign, Joliet Central High School
Zodiac Sign
♑ Capricorn
Chinese Zodiac
鼠 Rat
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Lynne Thigpen is known for acting.
Born in Joliet, Illinois, USA (died at age 54).
Recipient of the Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play.
Lynne Thigpen has 18 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.
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Filmography (18)
AWARDS (2)
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Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play
1997
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Biography
Cherlynne Theresa 'Lynne' Thigpen (December 22, 1948 – March 12, 2003) was an American actress of stage and screen. She was known for her roles as The Chief of ACME Crimenet on the game show Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? and various spinoffs, Luna (The Moon) on the Playhouse Disney children's series Bear in the Big Blue House, and Ella Farmer on The District (2000–2003). For her varied television work, she was nominated for six Daytime Emmy Awards and she also won a Tony Award in 1997 for portraying Dr. Judith Kaufman in An American Daughter.
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How old was Lynne Thigpen?
Lynne Thigpen was born on and passed away on at the age of 54.
Where was Lynne Thigpen born?
Lynne Thigpen was born in Joliet, Illinois, USA.
What movies or shows has Lynne Thigpen been in?
Lynne Thigpen has 18 credits in our database. Notable titles include Anger Management (2003), Novocaine (2001), The District (2000), Bicentennial Man (1999), Bear in the Big Blue House (1997).
What is Lynne Thigpen known for?
Lynne Thigpen is primarily known as an actor. Cherlynne Theresa 'Lynne' Thigpen (December 22, 1948 – March 12, 2003) was an American actress of stage and screen. She was known for her roles as…
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