History Creator / LynneThigpen

Thigpen was a high school English teacher initially before deciding to transition to acting full time, following up from when she acted in community theater in university. Her first role was in the musical ''Theatre/{{Godspell}}'', and she reprised the role in the film adaptation. She continued to act in theatre and in film for several years before being approached for the role as The Chief in ''Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?'', as the producers for the show originally envisioned her when they created the character. Thigpen initially balked at the offer, due to the intense filming schedule. The show auditioned several actresses, but when it became clear that the role was made for Thigpen, she would change her mind after meeting with Howard Blumenthal and Greg Lee. Thigpen played The Chief for five seasons and reprised the role in ''Series/WhereInTimeIsCarmenSandiego'' She also played The Chief in [[LiveActionCutscene Live-Action Cutscenes]] for three of the ''Franchise/CarmenSandiego'' computer games.

!!Selected Filmograpgy

Thigpen would continue to act in film, television and theatre (winning a [[UsefulNotes/TonyAwardWinners Tony Award]] in 1997). Sadly, after suffering from headaches for a few days prior, she passed away on March 12, 2003, of a cerebral hemorrhage. She was survived by her long-time partner, Larry Aronson.

Cherlynne Theresa "Lynne" Thigpen (December 22, 1948 – March 12, 2003) was an American actor and singer. Thigpen was known for her stage and screen roles, most notably The Chief on the game show ''Series/WhereInTheWorldIsCarmenSandiego'' and the voice of Luna the Moon on ''Series/BearInTheBigBlueHouse''.

Thigpen would continue to act in film, television and theatre (winning a [[UsefulNotes/TonyAwardWinners Tony Award]] in 1997). Sadly, after suffering from headaches for a few days prior, she passed away on March 12, 2003 due to a cerebral hemorrhage. She is survived by her long-time partner, Larry Aronson.

Thigpen was a high school English teacher initially before deciding to transition to acting full time, following up from when she acted in community theater in university. Her first role was in the musical ''Theatre/{{Godspell}}'', and she reprised the role in the film adaptation. She continued to act in theatre and in film for several years before being approached for the role as The Chief in ''Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?'', as the producers for the show originally envisioned her when they created the character. Thigpen initially balked at the offer, due to the intense filming schedule. The show auditioned several actresses but it became clear that the role was made for Thigpen and Thigpen would change her mind after meeting with Howard Blumenthal and Greg Lee. Thigpen played The Chief for five seasons and reprised the role in ''Series/WhereInTimeIsCarmenSandiego'' She also played The Chief in [[LiveActionCutscene Live-Action Cutscenes]] for three of the ''Franchise/CarmenSandiego'' computer games.

Thigpen was a high school English teacher initially before deciding to transition to acting full time, following up from when she acted in community theater in university. Her first role was in the musical ''Theatre/{{Godspell}}'', and she reprised the role in the film adaptation. She continued to act in theatre and in film for several years before being approached for the role as The Chief in ''Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?'', as the producers for the show originally envisioned her when they created the character. Thigpen intially balked at the offer, due to the intense filming schedule. The show auditioned several actresses but it became clear that the role was made for Thigpen and Thigpen would change her mind after meeting with Howard Blumenthal and Greg Lee. Thigpen played The Chief for five seasons and reprised the role in ''Series/WhereInTimeIsCarmenSandiego'' She also played The Chief in [[LiveActionCutscene Live-Action Cutscenes]] for three of the ''Franchise/CarmenSandiego'' computer games.

Thigpen was a high school English teacher initially before deciding to transition to acting full time, following up from when she acted in community theater in university. Her first role was in the musical ''Theatre/{{Godspell}}'', and she reprised the role in the film adaptation. She continued to act in theatre and in film for several years before being approached for the role as The Chief in ''Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?'', as the producers for the show originally envisioned her when they created the character. Thigpen intially balked at the offer, due to the intense filming schedule. The show auditioned several actresses but it became clear that the role was made for Thigpen and Thigpen would change her mind after meeting with Howard Blumenthal and Greg Lee. Thigpen played The Chief for five seasons and reprised the role in ''Series/WhereInTimeIsCarmenSandiego?'' She also played The Chief in [[LiveActionCutscene Live-Action Cutscenes]] for three of the ''Franchise/CarmenSandiego'' computer games.

Thigpen was a high school English teacher initially before deciding to transition to acting full time, following up from when she acted in community theater in university. Her first role was in the musical ''Theatre/{{Godspell}}'', and she reprised the role in the film adaptation. She continued to act in theatre and in film for several years before being approached for the role as The Chief in ''Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?'', as the producers for the show originally envisioned her when they created the character. Thigpen intially balked at the offer, due to the intense filming schedule. The show audition several actresses but it became clear that Thigpen was the best choice and Thigpen would change her mind after meeting with Howard Blumenthal and Greg Lee. Thigpen played The Chief for five seasons and reprised the role in ''Series/WhereInTimeIsCarmenSandiego?'' She also played The Chief in [[LiveActionCutscene Live-Action Cutscenes]] for three of the ''Franchise/CarmenSandiego'' computer games.

Thigpen would continue to act in film, television and theatre (winning a [[UsefulNotes/TonyAwardWinners Tony Award]] in 1997). Sadly, after suffering from headaches for a few days prior, she passed away on March 12, 2003 due to a cerebral hemorrage. She is survived by her long-time partner, Larry Aronson.

Cherlynne Theresa "Lynne" Thigpen (December 22, 1948 – March 12, 2003) was an American actor and singer. Thigpen was known for her stage and screen roles, most notably The Chief on the game show ''Series/WhereInTheWorldIsCarmenSandiego''

* ''VideoGame/WhereInTheWorldIsCarmenSandiego'' (1996 version) - The Chief
* ''VideoGame/WhereInTheUSAIsCarmenSandiego'' (1996 version) - The Chief
* ''[[VideoGame/WhereInTimeIsCarmenSandiego1997 Where in Time Is Carmen Sandiego?]]'' (1997 version) - The Chief

Thigpen was a high school English teacher initially before deciding to transition to acting full time, following up from when she acted in community theater in university. Her first role was in the musical ''Theatre/{{Godspell}}'', and she reprised the role in the film adaptation. She continued to act in theatre and in film for several years before being approached for the role as The Chief in ''Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?'', as the producers for the show originally envisioned her when they created the character. Thigpen intially balked at the offer, due to the intense filming schedule. The show audition several actresses but it became clear that Thigpen was the best choice and Thigpen would change her mind after meeting with Howard Blumenthal and Greg Lee. Thigpen played The Chief for five seasons and reprised the role in ''Series/WhereInTimeIsCarmenSandiego?''

* ''Film/{{Shaft}}'' (2000) - Carla Howard

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* ''Theatre/ButNeverJamToday (1979) - Persona Non Grata

* ''Theatre/TheNightThatMadeAmericaFamous' (1975)

* ''Theatre/{{Tintypes}} (1980-1981)
* ''Theatre/{{Fences}} (1987-1988)

* ''Series/TheDistrict'' (2000-2003) - Ella Farmer, main role

!!=Filmograpgy

* ''Film/RunningOnEmpty (1988) - Contact at Eldridge St.
* ''Film/LeanOnMe'' (1989) - Leonna Barrett
* ''Film/{{Impulse}}'' (1990) - Dr. Gardner
* ''Film/Article99'' (1992) - Nurse White
* ''Film/BobRoberts'' (1992) - Kelly Noble
* ''Film/NakedInNewYork'' (1993) - Helen
* ''Film/ThePaper'' (1994) - Janet
* ''Film/{{Blankman}}'' (1994) - Grandma Walker
* ''Film/JustCause'' (1995) - Ida Conklin
* ''Film/RandomHearts'' (1999) - Phyllis Bonaparte
* ''Film/TheInsider'' (1999) - Mrs. Williams
* ''Film/BicentennialMan'' (1999) - President Marjorie Bota
* ''Film/{{Shaft}}'' (2000) - Carla Howard
* ''Film/{{Novocaine}}'' (2001) - Pat
* ''Film/AngerManagement'' (2003) - Judge Brenda Daniels, posthumous release

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Thigpen was a high school English teacher initially before deciding to transition to acting full time, following up from when she acted in community theater in university. Her first role was in the musical ''Theatre/{{Godspell}}'', and she reprised the role in the film adaptation. She continued to act in theatre and in film for several years before being approached for the role as The Chief in ''Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?'', as the producers for the show originally envisioned her when they created the character. Thigpen intially balked at the offer, due to the intense filming schedule. The show audition several actresses but it became clear that Thigpen was the best choice and Thigpen would change her mind after meeting with Howard Blumenthal and Greg Lee. Thigpen played The Chief for five seasons and in ''Series/WhereInTimeIsCarmenSandiego''