Dawnn Lewis, Glynn Turman to Star in 'A Different World' Sequel Series

Dawnn Lewis, Glynn Turman to star in 'A Different World' sequel series

"A Different World" veterans Dawnn Lewis and Glynn Turman have joined the ensemble of the classic sitcom's sequel.

'Different World' Sequel Sets Return Of Dawnn Lewis & Glynn Turman

The A Different World family reunion continues to grow with the addition of Dawnn Lewis and Glynn Turman, who originally played Jaleesa Vinson-Taylor and Col. Bradford Taylor, respectively, on the original series. As we reported last month, the sequel series is currently in production in Atlanta. The guest cast will also include Tichina Arnold (The […]

Netflix’s ‘A Different World’ Expands Cast With Dawnn Lewis And Glynn Turman, Tichina Arnold In As New Addition

Photo Credits: (L-R) Bobby Vuillard / Alberto E. Rodriguez / Mel B. Elder, Jr. By Okla Jones ·Updated March 25, 2026 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready… Netflix is continuing to build out the reboot of Netflix’s A Different World with a new wave of casting announcements, adding both familiar faces and new talent to the upcoming sequel series.The latest additions include returning original cast members Dawnn Lewis as Jaleesa Vinson-Taylor an…

'A Different World' Sequel Welcomes Back Two More Legacy Cast Members

Netflix is officially reviving the hit ’90s series "A Different World," which was set at the fictional HBCU, Hillman College. Here’s what to know.

'A Different World' Netflix Series Sets Dawnn Lewis And Glynn Turman To Return; Tichina Arnold And 2 More Also Cast

The A Different World sequel series at Netflix continues to firm up its cast, adding 2 OG cast members from the original series alongside three others. Dawnn Lewis, who played Jaleesa Vinson-Taylor in the original, as well as Glynn Turman, who played Col. Bradford Taylor, will reprise their roles. Newly announced cast members include Tichina Arnold and Darlene Duvall, Joshua Suiter as Andre and Raven Goodwin as Dr. Brooklyn Boyer. Previously ann…

Netflix's 'A Different World' Sequel Casts Glynn Turman, Tichina Arnold & More

Tichina Arnold, Dawnn Lewis and Glynn Turman are the latest additions to Netflix’s A Different World sequel series. On Wednesday (March 25), the streaming giant announced additional cast members for the A Different World sequel series, including Tichina Arnold and Raven Goodwin. Dawnn Lewis and Glynn Turman will also be reprising their roles from the original series.  Additional cast Dawnn Lewis  (A Different World, Star Trek: Lower Decks)  Gly…