Marla Gibbs is an American actress, singer, comedian, writer, and television producer who is well-known for her portrayal of the sarcastic maid Florence Johnston on the CBS TV sitcom, The Jeffersons.
Gibbs served as a reservations agent for United Airlines before joining the Performing Arts Society of Los Angeles. Soon after, she was in well-received productions at the Zodiac Theatre.
In the early seventies, Gibbs was cast in her most memorable role on The Jeffersons. When the much-loved sitcom ended in 1985, Gibbs was a favorite in black TV sitcoms including Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Martin, and The Hughleys.
Amongst the height of her fame as an actress, Gibbs owned a jazz club called Marla’s Memory Lane Jazz and Supper Club from 1980-1999.
She also recorded a jazz CD ‘It’s Never Too Late’ and co-wrote and sang the theme song for the 1980’s TV hit, 277.
Marla Gibbs husband: Is Marla Gibbs married?
Marla Gibbs is currently not married.
She previously married Jordan Gibbs from 1955 to 1973.