Dawnn Lewis
Acting Born: 1961-08-13 Age: 64 Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
Biography
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.
Movies
Inside Out
Minions: The Rise of Gru
Monsters University
Dreamgirls
Dino Time
Revival!
Second Chances
The Wood
The Good, the Bart, and the Loki
Blackjack Christmas
Let It Shine
Futurama: Into the Wild Green Yonder
Maggie Simpson in "Rogue Not Quite One"
Futurama: Bender's Big Score
Carmen Sandiego: To Steal or Not to Steal
Megachurch Murder
Charlotte's Web 2: Wilbur's Great Adventure
Welcome to the Club
The Cherokee Kid
Jennifer
