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Dawnn Jewel Lewis is an American actor best known for playing Jaleesa Vinson-Taylor in A Different World.

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Best Known For:The television show A Different World
Breakthrough:Breakout role in NBC's A Different World in 1987

10 Quick Facts About Dawnn Jewel Lewis

  • Full Name: Dawnn Jewel Lewis
  • Nationality: American
  • Profession: Entertainer
  • Known For: The television show A Different World
  • Date of Birth: August 13, 1961
  • Age: 64 years old
  • Place of Birth: Brooklyn, New York
  • Marital Status: Divorced
  • Spouse / Partner: Johnny Gill
  • Specialization: Actor and Musician / Singer
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Dawnn Jewel Lewis Age

Dawnn Jewel Lewis is about 65 years old as of 2026. Dawnn Jewel Lewis was born in 1961.

Dawnn Jewel Lewis Height

Dawnn Jewel Lewis stands at a height of 5 feet 7 inches. This is approximately 170 cm.

Dawnn Jewel Lewis Weight

Dawnn Jewel Lewis weighs around 60 kilograms. This is approximately 132 lbs.

Education

She attended University of Miami, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Musical Theatre.

  • University of Miami
    • Qualification: Bachelor's degree
    • Field of Study: Musical Theatre
    • Period: 1982

Career & Work

Dawnn Jewel Lewis' career includes acting and entertainment roles with ABC and NBC.

Organization: ABC
Role: Actor
Period: 1992–1993
Details: Hangin' with Mr. Cooper
Organization: NBC
Role: Actor
Period: 1987–1992
Details: A Different World

Rise to Fame

Dawnn Jewel Lewis rose to prominence for her role on the television show A Different World.

Notable Works

Notable screen roles include A Different World and Hangin' with Mr. Cooper.

  • TV Show: A Different World (Jaleesa Vinson-Taylor, 1987-1992) — She also co-wrote the show's theme song
  • TV Show: Hangin' with Mr. Cooper (Robin Dumars, 1992-1993)

Dawnn Jewel Lewis Net Worth

Dawnn Jewel Lewis's net worth is estimated to be between 4000000. This includes assets, earnings, and accumulated income, with the primary source of income being their career as an entertainer.

Dawnn Jewel Lewis Family & Relationships

  • Father: Carl Lewis
  • Mother: Joyce Lewis

Lesser Known Facts

  • She co-wrote the theme song for 'A Different World' and has released solo jazz albums.

Personal Information

  • Full Name: Dawnn Jewel Lewis
  • Gender: Female
  • Occupation: Entertainer
  • Nationality: American
  • Living Status: Alive
  • Ethnicity: Black / African

Birth & Background

  • Date of Birth: August 13, 1961
  • Age: 64
  • Birthday: August 13
  • Zodiac Sign: Leo
  • Place of Birth: Brooklyn, New York

Measurements

  • Height: 5 ft 7 in
  • Weight: 6 kg
  • Eye Color: Brown
  • Hair Color: Black

Family & Relationships

  • Father: Carl Lewis
  • Mother: Joyce Lewis
  • Marital Status: Divorced
  • Spouse / Partner: Johnny Gill

Net Worth & Income

  • Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
  • Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M
  • Source of Income: Employment

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