About
Phyllis Ada Diller (née Driver; July 17, 1917 – August 20, 2012) was an American stand-up comedian, actress, author, musician, and visual artist, best known for her eccentric stage persona, self-deprecating humor, wild hair and clothes, and exaggerated, cackling laugh. Diller was one of the first female comics to become a household name in the U.S., credited as an influence by Joan Rivers, Roseanne Barr, and Ellen DeGeneres, among others. She had a large gay following and is considered a gay icon. She was also one of the first celebrities to openly champion plastic surgery, for which she was recognized by the cosmetic surgery industry. Diller contributed to more than 40 films, beginning with 1961's Splendor in the Grass. She appeared in many television series, featuring in numerous cameos as well as her own short-lived sitcom and variety show. Some of her credits include Night...
Known for
Family GuySeries • 1999
King of the HillSeries • 1997
The Love BoatSeries • 1977
Diagnosis: MurderSeries • 1993
Robot ChickenSeries • 2005
The Drew Carey ShowSeries • 1995
Nip/TuckSeries • 2003
The Powerpuff GirlsSeries • 1998
Full HouseSeries • 1987
Cow and ChickenSeries • 1997
Get SmartSeries • 1965
Love, American StyleSeries • 1969
BatmanSeries • 1966
AnimaniacsSeries • 1993
Hey Arnold!Series • 1996
The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron: Boy GeniusSeries • 2002
The Wild ThornberrysSeries • 1998
Arli$$Series • 1996
Boy Meets WorldSeries • 1993
Tales from the DarksideSeries • 1984
The JeffersonsSeries • 1975
7th HeavenSeries • 1996
Captain Planet and the PlaneteersSeries • 1990
BlossomSeries • 1990