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10 Episodes 2012 - 2012
Episode 1
Mon, Oct 8, 2012
Marla Gibbs didn't begin her acting career until the age of 41, but since then she has been seen on television sets all across America. Originally known for her role as Florence, the no-nonsense maid in the classic sit-com The Jeffersons, Marla Gibbs soared as the producer and star of 80's hit show 227. Her career as well as her outreach activities continue to flourish as we tell the story of this living legend.
Episode 2
Mon, Oct 8, 2012
BernNadette Stanis - Life After "Good Times" Hailing from the Brownsville projects in Brooklyn, BernNadette Stanis' parents always taught her that she could do anything she put her mind to. Stanis took that lesson to heart and landed the role of Thelma on Good Times, making her the first black "It" girl on TV. Stylish, classy, and intelligent, Thelma was the essence of BernNadette Stanis and a role model to thousands of young women. With years of acting and performing in films, stage plays, and on TV, BernNadette has added "author" to her repertoire with 3 must-read books. On this episode of Life After, catch up with fan favorite BernNadette Stanis!
Episode 3
Mon, Oct 15, 2012
Ernest Thomas - Life After "What's Happening!!" A small town boy from Gary, Indiana, headed to the big city of New York and was accepted into the prestigious American Academy of Dramatic Arts. After that, there was no stopping Ernest Thomas! Next came Broadway, then Hollywood where Thomas would star as Raj in the hit sensation sitcom, What's Happening!! Ernest continued his success with his portrayal of eccentric and hilarious Mr. Omar on Everybody Hates Chris. Now with one published book under his belt and another one on the way, Ernest is in heavy demand to star in everything, from films to plays to TV shows.
Episode 4
Mon, Oct 22, 2012
Karyn White - Life After "Superwoman" Karyn White was a red-hot pop icon with her string of chart-topping hits including "Superwoman," the anthem of female empowerment, when she fell in love with and married renowned producer Terry Lewis. She decided to retire from the public eye to be a mother and live the married life. Now single and sexy as ever, she's at a perfect point in her life to stage a comeback.
Episode 5
Mon, Oct 29, 2012
Mablean Ephriam - Life After "Divorce Court" During her seven years as the presiding judge on the courtroom series Divorce Court, Judge Mablean Ephriam was famously known for her tough love, her witty comebacks, and her trademark phrase, "Look deep before you leap." She has had an incredible journey that began in Mississippi and includes working as a Prison Correctional Officer, helping curb domestic violence, and touring the world sharing her wisdom and life's lessons. Life After will tell these stories and more!
Episode 6
Mon, Nov 5, 2012
Episode 406 Camille Winbush - Life After "The Bernie Mac Show" Camille Winbush made her onscreen debut at age 2, but hit her big break at 11 years old as "Vanessa," Bernie Mac's no-nonsense niece on The Bernie Mac Show. Despite having to struggle with the loss of Mac in 2008, Winbush has built an incredible career as an actress, businesswoman, and teen spokesmodel. An incredible young woman, Winbush's talent, ambition, and compassion have made her an inspirational role model to her generation.
Episode 7
Mon, Nov 12, 2012
Regina Belle - Life After "A Whole New World" In 1992, Regina Belle enchanted audiences across the world by lending her voice to the song "A Whole New World," in Disney's Aladdin. The single was only one luminous point in her impressive musical career, in which she glided from opera to R&B to gospel, gaining accolades at every turn. A survivor of brain cancer, Belle continues to be a formidable talent, throwing her heart and soul into religion and gospel with a spirit as immortal as her music.
Episode 8
Mon, Nov 19, 2012
Marion Jones - Life After "The Olympics" At one point, Olympic medalist Marion Jones was the fastest woman on Earth and an inspiration to every girl. But her whole world fell apart after it was discovered that she had used performance enhancing drugs - she was stripped of her medals, banned from track and field, and sent to prison. Now she's on the road to redemption and Life After will be there every step of the way.
Episode 9
Mon, Nov 26, 2012
Dionne Warwick - Life After "That's What Friends Are For" Born into a family of Gospel musicians in East Orange, New Jersey, Dionne Warwick began singing at six years old in her family's church. Warwick's career spans an illustrious four decades and is renowned as an international pop and soul music legend. A five-time Grammy winner, Warwick has an impressive track record of 56 singles on the Billboard Hot 100 List. One of the greatest hitmakers of her time, she is best known for her hits "I Say A Little Prayer" and "That's What Friends Are For." Recently, Warwick spends most of her time as a humanitarian and producer. Warwick looks forward to continuing her legendary career in entertainment, stating in a recent interview "I still want the Tony, Oscar, and Emmy!"
Episode 10
Mon, Nov 26, 2012
Tiffany Pollard - Life After "I Love New York" The original "HBIC" of reality television, audiences everywhere fell in love with Tiffany "New York" Pollard when she appeared on the VH1 hit show "Flavor of Love" Seasons 1 and 2, where she was best known for her over-the-top catfights and sharp tongue. By far the breakout star of the series, Pollard was given two more spin-offs, further entertaining audiences with her outrageous personality. Since becoming notorious on VH1, Pollard has appeared in the 2008 comedy "First Sunday" alongside Ice Cube and is pursuing a career in acting.