North Carolina Native Lands Role in Highly Anticipated 'A Different World' Reboot

What to Know About Netflix's 'A Different World' Sequel Series

Pack your backpacks because we are going back to Hillman. Netflix is reviving 'A Different World' with a sequel series, and here's everything we know about it.

North Carolina native lands role in highly anticipated 'A Different World' reboot

DURHAM, N.C. (WNCN) -- Durham native Joshua Suiter has been cast in Netflix's reboot of the beloved TV series 'A Different World.' Known for his performance in Hulu's 'All's Fair,' Suiter is set to bring his unique charm and authenticity to this revamped version of the iconic show. "It's truly a dream come true," Suiter [...]

2 More Original ‘A Different World’ Cast Members Return To Hillman For Sequel

Source: Nykieria Chaney / Getty The band is getting back together. More of the original actors from A Different World are returning for the show’s reboot on Netflix. Dawnn Lewis and Glynn Turman, who played Jaleesa Vinson-Taylor and Col. Bradford Taylor, will play those same roles, Deadline reports. Most of the show’s original cast are part of the new show, with notable exceptions Lisa Bonet and Marisa Tomei, who were on the sitcom’s first seaso…

NC A&T alum cast in ‘A Different World’ reboot on Netflix

Step into Hillman College once again as a new generation, including NC A&T's Joshua Suiter, faces college life.