Christine King Farris was an American actress who is best known for King (1978), West Wing Week (2010), and In the Hour of Chaos (2016).
Personal and Family Life
Christine King Farris was born on September 11, 1927, in Atlanta, Georgia. She was the daughter of Alberta Christine Williams King and Martin Luther King Sr. Christine was the sister of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. and had a close-knit family with several siblings and nieces and nephews.
Marriage and Children
In 1960, Christine married Isaac Newton Ferris, and they had two children together: Angela Christine Farris Watkins and Isaac Newton Farris Jr. She was deeply connected to her family and remained close to her siblings and their families throughout her life.
Death and Legacy
Christine King Farris passed away on June 29, 2023, in Atlanta, Georgia. She left behind a rich legacy through her contributions to her family’s history and the arts. Her work and dedication to her family’s values have inspired many, especially in the field of civil rights.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1978 | King | Church Soloist |
| 2010 | West Wing Week | Self |
| 2016 | In the Hour of Chaos | Self |