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Althea Garrison was born on October 7, 1940. She is an American actress, singer, and dancer. She is best known for her roles as Thelma Evans in the sitcom Good Times (1974-1979) and as Aunt Esther in the sitcom Sanford and Son (1972-1977). Garrison has also appeared in numerous films and television shows, including The Wiz (1978), The Color Purple (1985), and The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air (1990-1996).