- Born
- Died
- Birth nameMelvin White
- Slappy White was born on September 20, 1921 in Baltimore, Maryland, USA. He was an actor, known for Amazon Women on the Moon (1987), Sanford and Son (1972) and The Man from O.R.G.Y. (1970). He was married to LaVern Baker. He died on November 7, 1995 in Brigantine, New Jersey, USA.
- SpouseLaVern Baker(1961 - January 28, 1972) (divorced)
- ChildrenNone
- The wearing of a white and a black glove on either hand which symbolized the need for racial harmony was one of Slappy's trademarks.
- He and Redd Foxx were partners in the Chitlins Circuit of stand up comedy during the 50s.
- White was an honorary board member and inductee in the National Comedy Hall of Fame.
- At one time, he partnered with Redd Foxx. Many years later, after both had become famous comics, they would sometimes perform together. He often drew upon the hardships of his early life to create his comedy.
- Once wed to R&B singer LaVern Baker.
- The trouble with unemployment is that the minute you wake up in the morning, you're on the job.
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