Della Reese

Biography

Delloreese Patricia Early (July 6, 1931 – November 19, 2017), known professionally as Della Reese, was an American jazz and gospel singer, actress, and ordained minister whose career spanned seven decades.

Known For

Dinosaur

as Eema (voice)

The A-Team

as Mrs. Baracus

MacGyver

as Mama Colton

Columbo

as Johnny Carson's Guest (uncredited)

Beauty Shop

as Mrs. Towner

Harlem Nights

as Vera

The Distinguished Gentleman

as Elevator Operator (uncredited)

That's So Raven

as Rhonnie Wilcox

The Love Boat

as Millie Washington

Touched by an Angel

as Tess