Dawnn Lewis

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Dawnn Jewel Lewis (born August 13, 1961) is an American actress. She is best known for her role as Jaleesa Vinson–Taylor on the NBC television sitcom A Different World from the series beginning in 1987 until the end of its fifth season in 1992, in addition to co-writing the opening theme song for the series. Lewis's other notable roles include portraying Robin Dumars on the ABC sitcom Hangin' with Mr. Cooper for its first season (1992–93) and as Cheryl Spade in the 1988 film I'm Gonna Git You Sucka. Since then, Lewis has appeared in numerous TV series, including other sitcoms, and has also performed on stage.

Gender
female
Date of Birth
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Place of Birth
Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA

Credits

Cast

CharacterMovie / TV ShowGenresReleaseRating
Additional Voices (voice)Minions: The Rise of Gru73% · 3,620
Carol Freeman (voice)Star Trek: Lower DecksTV50 Episodes76% · 331
Additional Voices (voice)Inside Out79% · 22,022
Mama LeoneiZombieTV4 Episodes78% · 2,799
YvonneCastleTV80% · 1,864
WaitressCSI: NYTV74% · 687
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