A Different World
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A Different World is a spin-off series from The Cosby Show and originally centered on Denise Huxtable and the life of students at Hillman College, a fictional mixed but historically black college in the state of Virginia. After Bonet's departure in the first season, the remainder of the series primarily focused more on Southern belle Whitley Gilbert and mathematics whiz Dwayne Wayne. The series frequently depicted members of the major historically black fraternities and sororities.
A Different World is a comedy spin-off from The Cosby Show that premiered in 1987 and follows students at the fictional historically black college Hillman College in Virginia. The series ran for six seasons and became known for its focus on characters Whitley Gilbert and Dwayne Wayne, along with its portrayal of historically black fraternities and sororities. The show has since ended.
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Jasmine GuyWhitley Gilbert
Kadeem HardisonDwayne Wayne
Darryl M. BellRon Johnson
Cree SummerFreddie Brooks
Lisa BonetDenise Huxtable
Charnele BrownKim Reese
Lou MyersVernon Gaines
Dawnn LewisJaleesa Vinson-Taylor
Glynn TurmanColonel Brad Taylor
Ajai SandersGina Devereaux
Karen Malina WhiteCharmaine Brown
Jada Pinkett SmithLena James
SinbadCoach Walter Oakes
Marisa TomeiMaggie Lauten
Mary AliceLettie Bostic
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6 seasons
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Is A Different World renewed or cancelled?
A Different World has ended — it concluded its planned run.
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When did A Different World first air?
The series premiered on September 24, 1987, on NBC.
How many seasons does A Different World have?
The series has six seasons in total.
Is A Different World still on the air?
No, the series has ended. It is not currently airing new episodes.
What is A Different World about?
The show centers on students at Hillman College, a fictional historically black college in Virginia, and primarily follows characters Whitley Gilbert and Dwayne Wayne as they navigate college life and encounter members of historically black fraternities and sororities.
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