Mayme Johnson is a fictional character portrayed by Ilfenesh Hadera in the TV series Godfather of Harlem.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled By Whatever Means Necessary (season 1), they were 33 years old.
They appear in all 30 aired episodes so far and have accumulated 600 positive votes.
The character of Mayme Johnson is mainly associated with Ellsworth 'Bumpy' Johnson, Malcolm X and Elise Johnson.
Episodes30
By Whatever Means Necessary
episode S1.E1 september 2019Bumpy Johnson returns from Alcatraz to reunite with his family and reclaim his Harlem territory from Italian mob boss Vincent Gigante; he finds an unlikely ally in his old friend Malcolm X.
The Nitty Gritty
episode S1.E2 october 2019Realizing a consistent source of heroin is vital to reclaim Harlem, Bumpy engages in a fevered search to find a dope supply independent of the Italians. Chin engages the services of crooked cops in a plot to arrest Bumpy.
Our Day Will Come
episode S1.E3 october 2019Bumpy unexpectedly finds himself at Elise's side when her shoplifting arrest and subsequent abuse is the catalyst for a protest where conflicting interests cause tensions to rise.
I Am the Greatest
episode S1.E4 october 2019Cassius Clay battles local boxing hero Doug Jones; Mayme insists Bumpy back Jones but Malcolm urges Bumpy to back Clay; Chin engages in a turf war with Bonnano and a buried secret is revealed.
It's All in the Game
episode S1.E5 october 2019In an effort to break Bumpy's bank, Chin fixes a bet. As a result, Bumpy owes the winners more than he can cover. Police arrest Stella and Teddy for kissing. Elise looks toward the Nation of Islam in order to better herself.
Il Canto de Malavita
episode S1.E6 november 2019Elijah Muhammad tours Malcolm X's mosque where he meets Elise and asks her to spy on Malcolm; Chin finds out Teddy is alive, leaving Ernie Nunzi to correct his mistake; Esther James sues Adam Clayton Powell Jr. for slander.
Masters of War
episode S1.E7 november 2019Striking back at the Italians, Bumpy exploits Chin's dark past; Mayme and Elise put aside their differences and Bumpy sees his wife and children reunited before his war explodes.
How I Got Over
episode S1.E8 november 2019Chin and Bonnano are at war in Harlem; Mayme asks Bumpy to create a will where Bumpy finds out where he and Mayme never formally adopted Margaret; Malcolm X and Adam Clayton Powell Jr. go to D.C. to March on Washington.
Rent Strike Blues
episode S1.E9 november 2019Due to slum conditions in Harlem, Adam Clayton Powell Jr. leads a rent strike and investigates the owners of the buildings; Ernie Nunzi searches for the hooker who helped set up Zambrano; Bumpy and Mayme experience tension in their marriage.
Chickens Come Home to Roost
episode S1.E10 december 2019Bumpy blackmails the mob in an effort to secure safety for himself and his family; President John F. Kennedy is assasinated; Teddy performs at the Apollo Theater in Harlem.
The French Connection
episode S2.E1 april 2021After 3 months of hiding from Chin Gigante and the Italians, Bumpy Johnson takes action to lift the sanctions off his head; by forging new alliances with European Suppliers, Bumpy aims to reunite with his family safely back to Harlem.
Sting Like a Bee
episode S2.E2 april 2021Bumpy Johnson wants to use his new French supplier to distribute to the "Harlems" of other major American cities. Malcolm X uses Cassius Clay to leverage himself back into favor with the Nation of Islam before Clay's famous fight versus Sonny Liston.
The Little Fruit Stand Riot
episode S2.E3 may 2021When innocent black teenagers and bystanders are savagely beaten and arrested by police, the Harlem community rallies to free them. Adam Clayton Powell and Mayme Johnson use peaceful protest, but Bumpy Johnson and Malcolm X prefer street justice.
The Geechee
episode S2.E4 may 2021An unlikely partnership proves to be extremely lucrative for Bumpy Johnson and Chin Gigante, but their success puts targets on their backs. Malcolm X fights off attacks on his character and his life.
It's a Small World After All
episode S2.E5 may 2021An incident at the Geechee Club threatens to break up Bumpy and Chin's partnership; Adam Clayton Powell looks to end the filibuster on the Civil Rights Bill, even if it means playing dirty.
The Ballot or the Bullet
episode S2.E6 may 2021Three Freedom Riders are murdered in Mississippi, and Bumpy Johnson wants justice, as well as a hedge against Federal investigation; Chin Gigante evades imprisonment with an "insanity" defense, and Malcolm X delivers his most fervent call to action.
Man of the Year
episode S2.E7 august 2021Bumpy is called to be "man of the year" for his "good" deeds. Meanwhile, Ernie eventually became a "mademan" in the Genovese Family. A revealed secret would put many lives in danger.
Ten Harlems
episode S2.E8 august 2021Confronted with a betrayal in his ranks, Bumpy Johnson hunts for enemies within his Ten Harlems. The conflict between Malcolm X and the Nation of Islam escalates from threats to outright violence.
The Bonanno Split
episode S2.E9 august 2021Bumpy Johnson must protect the Italian mob when Joseph Bonanno decides to abolish the Commission. Captain Omar takes his campaign against Malcolm X to a new level.
The Hate That Hate Produced
episode S2.E10 august 2021Bumpy Johnson must fend off rivals to receive the largest dope shipment in New York history, while Harlem explodes into riot; Malcolm X reluctantly agrees to protection from an unusual source.
The Negro in White America
episode S3.E1 january 2023To repay a drug debt owed to the Italians after the Harlem riots, Bumpy Johnson robs from his own community. Omar seeks to return to Elise and Malcolm's good graces. Someone close to Stella orders a hit on her life.
Alzado
episode S3.E2 january 2023When Joe Colombo carries out a gentleman's kidnapping of Mayme, Bumpy angrily prepares for a coming war. Knowing he needs an alliance, Bumpy partners with Cuban mobster Jose Battle. Meanwhile, Chin tasks Colombo with protecting Stella.
Mecca
episode S3.E3 january 2023Jose Battle asks for a favor from his new partner Bumpy Johnson: a political assassination; Malcolm X is detained by Saudi authorities when he travels to Mecca; the district attorney's office targets Mayme for her gangster ties.
Captain Fields
episode S3.E4 february 2023When two uniformed cops attack the Geechee, Bumpy and Battle make a play for control of local 27th police precinct. Stella decides whether to rat Colombo out to the FBI. Meanwhile, Malcolm's life is threatened in Cairo.
Angel of Death
episode S3.E5 february 2023Bumpy and Colombo face off for control of the heroin trade when Monsieur 98 returns to bring in the next shipment. Omar makes a romantic appeal to Elise. Pettigrew discovers cocaine through his love affair with a Cuban woman.
Spooks
episode S3.E6 february 2023Bumpy uses Battle's contacts in the CIA to secure a steady supply of a new drug: cocaine. Stella lies to Fineman in an attempt to escape Colombo's oversight. Mayme applies for a government contract for Palmetto.
All Roads Lead to Malcolm
episode S3.E7 march 2023When Battle's arrested, Bumpy must look for a way to spring him and find the mole; Bumpy discovers that Malcolm X has more enemies than they thought.
Homeland or Death
episode S3.E8 march 2023Bumpy uncovers a CIA plot to assassinate Malcolm X and Che Guevara at the United Nations. Malcolm writes his autobiography. Olympia utilizes Father Louis to get out of trouble. Lillian hires a private investigator to look into the death of her husband.
We Are All Kings
episode S3.E9 march 2023Chin Gigante is released from prison and seeks to excise Joe Colombo from the Commission. Malcolm's mission to form a coalition of civil rights leaders is interrupted when his house is attacked. Chin discovers who put a hit out on his daughter.
Our Black Shining Prince
episode S3.E10 march 2023Bumpy and Chin enlist Morgenthau's help to prevent Colombo and Battle from bringing in a shipment of heroin, guns, and cocaine. Stella must choose between Colombo and her father. Meanwhile, Malcolm X prepares for his speech at the Audubon Ballroom.
- By Whatever Means Necessary
- The Nitty Gritty
- Our Day Will Come
- I Am the Greatest
- It's All in the Game
- Il Canto de Malavita
- Masters of War
- How I Got Over
- Rent Strike Blues
- Chickens Come Home to Roost
- The French Connection
- Sting Like a Bee
- The Little Fruit Stand Riot
- The Geechee
- It's a Small World After All
- The Ballot or the Bullet
- Man of the Year
- Ten Harlems
- The Bonanno Split
- The Hate That Hate Produced
- The Negro in White America
- Alzado
- Mecca
- Captain Fields
- Angel of Death
- Spooks
- All Roads Lead to Malcolm
- Homeland or Death
- We Are All Kings
- Our Black Shining Prince
Best moments10
- An incident at the Geechee Club threatens to break up Bumpy and Chin's partnership; Adam Clayton Powell looks to end the filibuster on the Civil Rights Bill, even if it means playing dirty.
- Realizing a consistent source of heroin is vital to reclaim Harlem, Bumpy engages in a fevered search to find a dope supply independent of the Italians. Chin engages the services of crooked cops in a plot to arrest Bumpy.
- Bumpy is called to be "man of the year" for his "good" deeds. Meanwhile, Ernie eventually became a "mademan" in the Genovese Family. A revealed secret would put many lives in danger.
- Bumpy uncovers a CIA plot to assassinate Malcolm X and Che Guevara at the United Nations. Malcolm writes his autobiography. Olympia utilizes Father Louis to get out of trouble. Lillian hires a private investigator to look into the death of her husband.
- Cassius Clay battles local boxing hero Doug Jones; Mayme insists Bumpy back Jones but Malcolm urges Bumpy to back Clay; Chin engages in a turf war with Bonnano and a buried secret is revealed.
- Due to slum conditions in Harlem, Adam Clayton Powell Jr. leads a rent strike and investigates the owners of the buildings; Ernie Nunzi searches for the hooker who helped set up Zambrano; Bumpy and Mayme experience tension in their marriage.
- Jose Battle asks for a favor from his new partner Bumpy Johnson: a political assassination; Malcolm X is detained by Saudi authorities when he travels to Mecca; the district attorney's office targets Mayme for her gangster ties.
- When Battle's arrested, Bumpy must look for a way to spring him and find the mole; Bumpy discovers that Malcolm X has more enemies than they thought.
- Bumpy uses Battle's contacts in the CIA to secure a steady supply of a new drug: cocaine. Stella lies to Fineman in an attempt to escape Colombo's oversight. Mayme applies for a government contract for Palmetto.
- Bumpy and Colombo face off for control of the heroin trade when Monsieur 98 returns to bring in the next shipment. Omar makes a romantic appeal to Elise. Pettigrew discovers cocaine through his love affair with a Cuban woman.
- It's a Small World After All
- The Nitty Gritty
- Man of the Year
- Homeland or Death
- I Am the Greatest
- Rent Strike Blues
- Mecca
- All Roads Lead to Malcolm
- Spooks
- Angel of Death