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Prudence Pingleton (Character)
from Hairspray (1988)

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Biography:
Prudy is a racist, religious woman. She tries to prevent Penny from enjoying culture of the 60s... See more »
Alternate Names:
Prudy Pingleton

Filmography

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  1. Hairspray (2007) Played by Allison Janney (as Prudy Pingleton)

  2. Hairspray (1988) Played by Joann Havrilla

Additional Details

Genres:
Comedy / Romance / Music / Musical
Plot Keywords:
1960s / Baltimore Maryland / Civil Rights / Dance See more »

Fun Stuff

Quotes:
From Hairspray (2007)
Prudy Pingleton: Get the jump rope, Penny.
Penny Pingleton: [runs out of the room] Mom, not the jump rope!
Prudy Pingleton: [to Tracy] Don't you touch my canned tuna!
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