Dawnn Lewis
Acting
Born 1961-08-13 · Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
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.
Filmography
Maggie Simpson in "Rogue Not Quite One"
May 3, 2023
Blackjack Christmas
Dec 15, 2022
Welcome to the Club
Sep 8, 2022
Minions: The Rise of Gru
Jun 29, 2022
For Gunter’s Eyes Only
Mar 1, 2022
Writing Around the Christmas Tree
Dec 5, 2021
The Good, the Bart, and the Loki
Jul 7, 2021
Carmen Sandiego: To Steal or Not to Steal
Mar 10, 2020
Be the Light
Feb 8, 2020
Revival!
Dec 7, 2018
Bunyan and Babe
Jan 12, 2017
Inside Out
Jun 17, 2015
Megachurch Murder
Feb 7, 2015
A Lesson in Romance
Feb 19, 2014
The Divorce
Feb 4, 2014
Toy Story of Terror!
Oct 16, 2013
Monsters University
Jun 19, 2013
Second Chances
May 20, 2013
Dino Time
Dec 7, 2012
Let It Shine
Jun 15, 2012
Sinbad: Where U Been?
Feb 21, 2010
Preacher's Kid
Jan 29, 2010
Futurama: Into the Wild Green Yonder
Feb 6, 2009
Futurama: Bender's Big Score
Nov 27, 2007
The Last Sentinel
May 19, 2007
Holly Hobbie and Friends: Secret Adventures
Feb 20, 2007
Dreamgirls
Dec 25, 2006
Holly Hobbie and Friends: Christmas Wishes
Oct 24, 2006
The Adventures of Brer Rabbit
Mar 21, 2006
Charlotte's Web 2: Wilbur's Great Adventure
Mar 18, 2003