Telma Hopkins is an American singer and actress who gained prominence as a member of ‘Tony Orlando and Dawn’, a 1970s pop music group
Telma Hopkins
@Singers, Career and Childhood
Oct 28, 1948
Biography
Personal Details
- Birthday: October 28, 1948
- Nationality: American
- Famous: Actresses, Singers, Pop Singers
- Spouses: Donald B. Allen (m. 1970–1977)
- Known as: Telma Louise Hopkins
- Birth Place: Louisville, Kentucky
- Height: 168cm
Telma Hopkins born at
Louisville, Kentucky
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Birth Place
Telma Hopkins married Donald B Allen in 1970. The couple had one child and divorced in 1977.
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Personal Life
Known for her charitable works, she has worked with several organizations such as ‘Caring For Babies with AIDS’ and ‘The Parent Teacher Association’.
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Personal Life
Telma Louise Hopkins was born on October 28th, 1948, in Louisville, Kentucky. Hopkins was raised by her grandmother. There is no information revealed to the public regarding her childhood and parents.
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Childhood & Early Life
Telma Hopkins initially began her career as a background singer. She became known for her work with famed singer Marvin Gaye, as well as with the quartet The Four Tops. She also worked as a backup vocalist for the popular singer Isaac Hayes.
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Singing Career
Later in 1971, she was recruited by Tony Orlando to form a new music group. The band 'Tony Orlando and Dawn' released several hit singles in the 1970s, some of them being 'Candida', 'Knock Three Times', and 'Summer Sand'. The band enjoyed considerable success before announcing their retirement in 1977. The group also created and appeared in a self-titled variety show.
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Singing Career
Telma Hopkins began her acting career with a minor role in the American TV miniseries 'Roots: The Next Generations.' Her first significant role was in the American TV series 'A New Kind of Family'. It aired only for one season.
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Acting Career
Her popularity increased after her role in the 1984 sci-fi film 'Trancers'. Directed and produced by Charles Band, the film revolved around a police detective who travels back in time to take revenge from his old enemies.
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She continued entertaining her audience through her work in various TV shows, including 'The New Odd Couple', 'The Love Boat', and 'Gimme a Break!' She played a cameo role in the 1988 film 'Pulse Pounders', which was followed by a minor role in the 1990 film 'Vital Signs'.
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In 1991, she reprised her role in the sci-fi film 'Trancers II'. The following year, she appeared in 'Trancers III', the third and last installment of the Trancers series.
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She continued her work on television though she has not been seen in films much since. She played an important role in the American TV series 'Half & Half'. It aired from 2002 to 2006. Her most recent significant work was her role in the TV series 'Partners'. It aired in 2014, covering ten episodes.
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