Dawnn Lewis

Actress, Grammy-winning Singer, Philanthropist

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Los Angeles, CA, USA
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Dawnn Lewis Biography

Dawnn Lewis is a multitalented individual well-known for her significant contributions to both the entertainment industry and community service. She gained fame from her roles on the television shows "A Different World," where she also composed the show's theme song, and "Hangin' with Mr. Cooper." Lewis's talents extend beyond acting, as she is a Grammy Award-winning singer and a multiple ASCAP & BMI Award-winning songwriter. She has appeared in films such as "I'm Gonna Get You Sucka" and "DreamGirls," and has had recurring roles on "One Tree Hill" and "The Secret Life of An American Teenager."

Currently, Lewis continues to captivate audiences with her role as “Serena” in the ETC production of Gershwin’s "Porgy & Bess." She is also involved in television, appearing in series like "Major Crimes" on TNT and "The Legend of Master Legend" on Amazon. Her voice acting credits include roles in "Futurama," "Sophia the First," "Doc McStuffins," and major films like "Inside Out" and "Monsters University."

Beyond her performing career, Lewis is a dedicated philanthropist. She recently co-produced and co-hosted "A NEW DAY: Concert For A Cause – The Entertainment Family Gives Back!"—an all-star fundraising concert benefiting non-profit organizations serving the inner-city community. Her commitment to community service is further exemplified by her involvement with the National Advisory Board of the National Center for Civil & Human Rights and her work with The Los Angeles Urban League and The United Negro College Fund. Lewis also completed her fourth term on the SAG National Board of Directors.

Lewis has started her own record label, Morning Jewel Music, and her albums "Worth Waiting For" and "Donny McCullough & Friends: Candles in the Window" are available on platforms like Amazon and iTunes. Her dedication to the arts extends to education; she regularly teaches Master Classes, mentors youth, and delivers motivational lectures. This ongoing engagement in various aspects of the entertainment industry and her active role in community betterment demonstrate her comprehensive and sustained impact both on and off the screen.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/14/2024.

Dawnn Lewis Speaking Topics

  • The Importance of Arts in the School & Community: Using the Arts to Motivate

  • What They See, is What They'll Be: The Importance of Mentorship

  • Overcoming Your Environment: Teen Pregnancy, Drugs, Alcohol, & AIDS Awareness

  • The Importance of Education

Dawnn Lewis Videos

  • Dawnn Lewis Interview - YouTube
  • Dawnn Lewis Fashion Sense at Chicago Opening Night in Hollywood
  • Dawnn Lewis discusses strengthening HBCUs at FVSU

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Dawnn Lewis is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as The Importance of Arts in the School & Community: Using the Arts to Motivate, What They See, is What They'll Be: The Importance of Mentorship, Overcoming Your Environment: Teen Pregnancy, Drugs, Alcohol, & AIDS Awareness and The Importance of Education. The estimated speaking fee range to book Dawnn Lewis for your event is available upon request. Dawnn Lewis generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Sheryl Lee Ralph, Gabrielle Union, Alfre Woodard, Venus Williams and Montel Williams. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dawnn Lewis for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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