Petula Clark (b. 1932) is a British pop singer and actress. She was the guest star in episode 220 of The Muppet Show.
She gained notoriety in the 1960s with pop hits on the Billboard chart, including the #1 hits "Downtown" and "My Love". Her other hits included "Don't Sleep in the Subway," "Sign of the Times" and "Kiss Me Goodbye."
She was designated a Commander of the British Empire (CBE) in 1998.
She continues to perform regularly.
References[]
- Ernestine the Telephone Operator referenced Clark's "Call Me" in Episode 2594 of Sesame Street. Her final scene concluded with a musical sting based on said song.
- Clark's "Downtown" was spoofed in Episode 3220 of Sesame Street as "When You're a Plant," as sung by Stinky the Stinkweed.