Emily Yancy is an American actor best known for playing Actor in the film Cotton Comes to Harlem.
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10 Quick Facts About Emily Yancy
- Full Name: Emily Yancy
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Entertainer
- Known For: the film Cotton Comes to Harlem
- Age: 87 years old
- Date of Birth: January 28, 1939
- Place of Birth: New York City, New York
- Gender: Female
- Specialization: Actor
- Net Worth: $375K – $3.8M
Emily Yancy Age
Emily Yancy is about 87 years old as of 2026. Emily Yancy was born in 1939.
Rise to Fame
Emily Yancy rose to prominence for her role in the film Cotton Comes to Harlem.
Notable Works
Notable screen roles include Cotton Comes to Harlem and The Big Easy.
Film
- Film: Cotton Comes to Harlem (Actor, 1970)
- Film: The Big Easy (Actor, 1986)
Lesser Known Facts
- Performed on Broadway in notable productions such as 'Hello, Dolly!' alongside Pearl Bailey.
- Recognized for her contributions to early African-American representation in mainstream cinema and television.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Emily Yancy
- Gender: Female
- Occupation: Entertainer
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: Black / African
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: January 28, 1939
- Age: 87
- Birthday: January 28
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
- Place of Birth: New York City, New York
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K – $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K – $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
