Dawnn Lewis
Acting
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.
TV Shows(65)
R.J. Decker
Officer Penmar
2026
The Fairly OddParents: A New Wish
Tina Churner (voice)
2024
Fired on Mars
Judith (voice)
2023
The Cuphead Show!
Bedelia / Boo-Boo (voice)
2022
Reunion Road Trip
Self
2021
Star Trek: Lower Decks
Carol Freeman (voice)
2020
Solar Opposites
Opossum Head / Dock Worker 2 (voice)
2020
The Boys
Valerie
2019
The Ready Room
Self
2019
Craig of the Creek
Brenda (voice)
2018
Apple & Onion
Patty (voice)
2018
9-1-1
Danvers
2018
Legend of Master Legend
Tana
2017
This Is Us
Rosemary
2016
Celebrity Family Feud
Self - Contestant
2015
Stitchers
Arlene Grant
2015
iZombie
Mama Leone
2015
Better Call Saul
Judge
2015
Tim and Eric's Bedtime Stories
Agent
2014
Rick and Morty
Additional Voices (voice)
2013
The Soul Man
Erika
2012
Doc McStuffins
Grandma McStuffins (voice)
2012
Breaking In
Janet Jenkins
2011
Regular Show
JB / Fun Fun Zone Employee (voice)
2010
The Cleveland Show
2009
Glenn Martin, DDS
(voice)
2009
Castle
Yvonne
2009
The Secret Life of the American Teenager
Lauren's Mom
2008
The Boondocks
2005
Grey's Anatomy
Jamarah Blake
2005
Black in the 80s
2005
CSI: NY
Waitress
2004
Veronica Mars
Marcia Langdon
2004
Medical Investigation
Dr. Burton
2004
One Tree Hill
Denise Fields
2003
CSI: Miami
Stacy McCann
2002
Ozzy & Drix
Cilia Tyson (voice)
2002
Andy Richter Controls the Universe
2002
The Legend of Tarzan
Naoh (voice)
2001
The Grim Adventures of Billy and Mandy
Grim's Granny
2001
Buzz Lightyear of Star Command
Mary (voice)
2000
Static Shock
Brickhouse (voice)
2000
Girlfriends
Linda Dent
2000
Strong Medicine
Detective Wright
2000
The 10th Kingdom
Blabberwort the Troll
2000
Futurama
LaBarbara Conrad (voice)
1999
The Secret Files of the Spy Dogs
1998
King of the Hill
Sharona Johnson (voice)
1997
Early Edition
Gayle Clark
1996
Bruno the Kid
Di Archer (voice)
1996
Mortal Kombat: Defenders of the Realm
Sheeva (voice)
1996
The Jamie Foxx Show
Dr. Kanella
1996
The Steve Harvey Show
Alise Peyton
1996
Nash Bridges
Winifred Holt
1996
C Bear and Jamal
1996
Sliders
Dr. Natalie Sylvius
1995
Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child
Princess Songe (voice)
1995
The Parent 'Hood
1995
Spider-Man
Detective Terri Lee (voice)
1994
Hangin' with Mr. Cooper
Robin Dumars
1992
Dream On
Rema Hort
1990
The Simpsons
Bernice Hibbert (voice)
1989
A Different World
Jaleesa Vinson-Taylor
1987
Battle of the Network Stars
1976
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
Self - Guest
1962
Movies(43)
Maggie Simpson in "Rogue Not Quite One"
Additional Voices (voice)
2023
Blackjack Christmas
Corrine Allen
2022
Welcome to the Club
Ursula / Kaa (voice)
2022
Minions: The Rise of Gru
Additional Voices (voice)
2022
For Gunter’s Eyes Only
(voice)
2022
Writing Around the Christmas Tree
Sharon Samuels
2021
The Good, the Bart, and the Loki
Ravonna Renslayer (voice)
2021
Carmen Sandiego: To Steal or Not to Steal
Chief (voice)
2020
Be the Light
Gladys
2020
Revival!
Cleo
2018
Bunyan and Babe
Maybelle (voice)
2017
Celebrating 100 Disney Channel Original Movies
Self
2016
Inside Out
Additional Voices (voice)
2015
Megachurch Murder
Lucille Williams
2015
A Lesson in Romance
Diane
2014
The Divorce
Yolanda Massey
2014
Toy Story of Terror!
Delivery Lady (voice)
2013
Monsters University
Additional Voices (voice)
2013
Second Chances
Maria
2013
Dino Time
Additional Voices (voice)
2012
Jennifer
Dr. Fox
2012
Let It Shine
Gail
2012
Sinbad: Where U Been?
Self
2010
Preacher's Kid
Mya
2010
Futurama: Into the Wild Green Yonder
LaBarbara Conrad / Womens' Prison Warden (voice)
2009
Futurama: Bender's Big Score
LaBarbara Conrad (voice)
2007
The Last Sentinel
Angel - Tallis' Rifle (voice)
2007
Holly Hobbie and Friends: Secret Adventures
Carolyn Baker (voice)
2007
Dreamgirls
Melba Early
2006
Holly Hobbie and Friends: Christmas Wishes
Carolyn Baker (voice)
2006
The Adventures of Brer Rabbit
Mom (voice)
2006
Charlotte's Web 2: Wilbur's Great Adventure
Bessie
2003
The Poof Point
Marigold Ballard
2001
The Wood
Woman in Cleaners
1999
Under Pressure
Sandy Tierra
1997
Bruno the Kid: The Animated Movie
Di Archer (voice) (archive footage)
1997
The Cherokee Kid
Stagecoach Mary, Love GAng
1996
Jirimpimbira: An African Folk Tale
Temba's Sister
1995
Race to Freedom: The Underground Railroad
Minnie
1994
A Cool Like That Christmas
Jarvis (voice)
1993
Mouse Soup
(Voice)
1993
Stompin' at the Savoy
Ella Fitzgerald
1992
I'm Gonna Git You Sucka
Cheryl
1988