Carl Wright

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".

Known For

Big Momma's House

as Ben Rawley

Barbershop

as Checkers Fred

Barbershop 2: Back in Business

as Checkers Fred

Early Edition

as Henderson

Soul Food

as Reverend Williams

The Cookout

as Grandpa

Murder Investigation Team

as Darren