Dawnn Lewis

Acting

Dawnn Lewis

Born 13 August 1961 · Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA · 65

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.

Known for

Highlights

Rick and Morty2013 · Series · Additional Voices (voice)
The Boys2019 · Series · Valerie
Inside Out2015 · Film · Additional Voices (voice)
Better Call Saul2015 · Series · Judge
Grey's Anatomy2005 · Series · Jamarah Blake
The Simpsons1989 · Series · Bernice Hibbert (voice)

Filmography

Movies

42 films

Maggie Simpson in "Rogue Not Quite One"2023 · Film · Additional Voices (voice)
Blackjack Christmas2022 · Film · Corrine Allen
Welcome to the Club2022 · Film · Ursula / Kaa (voice)
Minions: The Rise of Gru2022 · Film · Additional Voices (voice)
For Gunter’s Eyes Only2022 · Film · (voice)
Writing Around the Christmas Tree2021 · Film · Sharon Samuels
The Good, the Bart, and the Loki2021 · Film · Ravonna Renslayer (voice)
Carmen Sandiego: To Steal or Not to Steal2020 · Film · Chief (voice)
Be the Light2020 · Film · Gladys
Revival!2018 · Film · Cleo
Bunyan and Babe2017 · Film · Maybelle (voice)
Inside Out2015 · Film · Additional Voices (voice)
Megachurch Murder2015 · Film · Lucille Williams
A Lesson in Romance2014 · Film · Diane
The Divorce2014 · Film · Yolanda Massey
Toy Story of Terror!2013 · Film · Delivery Lady (voice)
Monsters University2013 · Film · Additional Voices (voice)
Second Chances2013 · Film · Maria
Dino Time2012 · Film · Additional Voices (voice)
Let It Shine2012 · Film · Gail
Preacher's Kid2010 · Film · Mya
Futurama: Into the Wild Green Yonder2009 · Film · LaBarbara Conrad / Womens' Prison Warden (voice)
Futurama: Bender's Big Score2007 · Film · LaBarbara Conrad (voice)
The Last Sentinel2007 · Film · Angel - Tallis' Rifle (voice)
Holly Hobbie and Friends: Secret Adventures2007 · Film · Carolyn Baker (voice)
Dreamgirls2006 · Film · Melba Early
Holly Hobbie and Friends: Christmas Wishes2006 · Film · Carolyn Baker (voice)
The Adventures of Brer Rabbit2006 · Film · Mom (voice)
Spider-Man: The Venom Saga2005 · Film · Detective Terri Lee (voice)
Charlotte's Web 2: Wilbur's Great Adventure2003 · Film · Bessie
Daredevil vs. Spider-Man2003 · Film · Detective Terri Lee (voice)
Spider-Man: The Ultimate Villain Showdown2002 · Film · Detective Terri Lee (voice)
The Poof Point2001 · Film · Marigold Ballard
The Wood1999 · Film · Woman in Cleaners
Under Pressure1997 · Film · Sandy Tierra
The Cherokee Kid1996 · Film · Stagecoach Mary, Love GAng
Jirimpimbira: An African Folk Tale1995 · Film · Temba's Sister
Race to Freedom: The Underground Railroad1994 · Film · Minnie
A Cool Like That Christmas1993 · Film · Jarvis (voice)
Mouse Soup1993 · Film · (Voice)
Stompin' at the Savoy1992 · Film · Ella Fitzgerald
I'm Gonna Git You Sucka1988 · Film · Cheryl

Filmography

Series

62 shows

A Different World2026 · Series · Jalessa Vinson-Taylor
R.J. Decker2026 · Series · Officer Penmar
The Fairly OddParents: A New Wish2024 · Series · Tina Churner (voice)
Fired on Mars2023 · Series · Judith (voice)
The Cuphead Show!2022 · Series · Bedelia / Boo-Boo (voice)
Star Trek: Lower Decks2020 · Series · Carol Freeman (voice)
Solar Opposites2020 · Series · Opossum Head / Dock Worker 2 (voice)
The Boys2019 · Series · Valerie
Carmen Sandiego2019 · Series · Chief (voice)
Craig of the Creek2018 · Series · Brenda (voice)
Apple & Onion2018 · Series · Patty (voice)
9-1-12018 · Series · Danvers
Legend of Master Legend2017 · Series · Tana
This Is Us2016 · Series · Rosemary
Stitchers2015 · Series · Arlene Grant
iZombie2015 · Series · Mama Leone
Better Call Saul2015 · Series · Judge
Tim and Eric's Bedtime Stories2014 · Series · Agent
Rick and Morty2013 · Series · Additional Voices (voice)
The Soul Man2012 · Series · Erika
Doc McStuffins2012 · Series · Grandma McStuffins (voice)
Breaking In2011 · Series · Janet Jenkins
Regular Show2010 · Series · JB / Fun Fun Zone Employee (voice)
The Cleveland Show2009 · Series · Mrs. Bailey (voice)
Glenn Martin, DDS2009 · Series · (voice)
Castle2009 · Series · Yvonne
The Secret Life of the American Teenager2008 · Series · Lauren's Mom
The Boondocks2005 · Series · Civil Rights Protester (voice)
Grey's Anatomy2005 · Series · Jamarah Blake
CSI: NY2004 · Series · Waitress
Veronica Mars2004 · Series · Marcia Langdon
Medical Investigation2004 · Series · Dr. Burton
One Tree Hill2003 · Series · Denise Fields
CSI: Miami2002 · Series · Stacy McCann
Ozzy & Drix2002 · Series · Cilia Tyson (voice)
Andy Richter Controls the Universe2002 · Series
The Legend of Tarzan2001 · Series · Naoh (voice)
The Grim Adventures of Billy and Mandy2001 · Series · Grim's Granny
Buzz Lightyear of Star Command2000 · Series · Mary (voice)
Static Shock2000 · Series · Brickhouse (voice)
Girlfriends2000 · Series · Linda Dent
Strong Medicine2000 · Series · Detective Wright
The 10th Kingdom2000 · Series · Blabberwort the Troll
Futurama1999 · Series · LaBarbara Conrad (voice)
The Secret Files of the Spy Dogs1998 · Series
King of the Hill1997 · Series · Sharona Johnson (voice)
Early Edition1996 · Series · Gayle Clark
Bruno the Kid1996 · Series · Di Archer (voice)
Mortal Kombat: Defenders of the Realm1996 · Series · Sheeva (voice)
The Jamie Foxx Show1996 · Series · Dr. Kanella
The Steve Harvey Show1996 · Series · Alise Peyton
Nash Bridges1996 · Series · Winifred Holt
C Bear and Jamal1996 · Series
Sliders1995 · Series · Dr. Natalie Sylvius
Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child1995 · Series · Princess Songe (voice)
The Parent 'Hood1995 · Series
Spider-Man1994 · Series · Detective Terri Lee (voice)
Hangin' with Mr. Cooper1992 · Series · Robin Dumars
Dream On1990 · Series · Rema Hort
The Simpsons1989 · Series · Bernice Hibbert (voice)
A Different World1987 · Series · Jaleesa Vinson-Taylor
Battle of the Network Stars1976 · Series