Camille Cosby

Camille Olivia Cosby (née Hanks; born March 20, 1944) is an American television producer, philanthropist, and the wife of comedian Bill Cosby. The character of Clair Huxtable from The Cosby Show was based on her. Cosby has avoided public life, but has been active in her husband's businesses as a manager, as well as involving herself in academia and writing. In 1990, Cosby earned a master's degree from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, followed by a Doctorate of Education (Ed.D.) in 1992.

Camille Cosby
Cosby in 1998
Born
Camille Olivia Hanks

(1944-03-20) March 20, 1944
Washington, D.C., U.S.
Alma materUniversity of Maryland (BA, MA)
University of Massachusetts Amherst (Ed.D.)
Occupation(s)Television producer, author, philanthropist
Years active1986–present
Known forPhilanthropy
Spouse
(m. 1964)
Children5, including Erika and Ennis
AwardsCandace Award (1992)
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