Actor / Actress
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Biography
Thelma Houston, born Jackson, is an American singer and actress. She scored a number-one hit in 1977 with her recording of "Don't Leave Me This Way", which won the Grammy for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance.
Thelma Houston is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 26 verified screen credits connected to this profile.
Selected work includes Jewel's Catch One (2017), Unsung (2008), The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962), The Mike Douglas Show (1961), Simon & Simon (1981), Numéro un (1975), Cagney & Lacey (1982), Les Rendez-vous du dimanche (1975). The recorded credits span 1961 to 2024, including 12 movies and 14 TV shows.
The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.
Profile details
Known forActing
Movies12
TV shows14
Active years represented1961–2024
Place of birthLeland, Mississippi, USA
Also known as
Thelma Jackson
Known for
MovieJewel's Catch One
TV ShowUnsung
TV ShowThe Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
TV ShowThe Mike Douglas Show
TV ShowSimon & Simon
TV ShowNuméro un
TV ShowCagney & Lacey
TV ShowLes Rendez-vous du dimanche
TV ShowThe Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour
TV ShowWhere Are They Now?
TV ShowCiao Darwin
TV ShowTall Tales & Legends
Movie54
MovieBeloved
MovieAnd God Created Woman
TV ShowHit Me, Baby, One More Time
TV ShowThe Price of Fame or Fame at any Price
MovieMotown Returns to the Apollo
TV ShowOne-Hit Wonders
MovieDeath Scream
MovieMotown 60: A Grammy Celebration
MovieThe Secret Disco Revolution
MovieThe Midnight Special Legendary Performances 1977
MovieGame Show Models
MovieJohn Henry
MovieStudio One Forever