Terri J. Vaughn Celebrates As Netflix Series ‘She The People’ Trailer Drops
Actress shares excitement as Tyler Perry's political comedy featuring her daughter debuts May 22
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Actress Terri J. Vaughn is celebrating a major milestone with the release of the trailer for Tyler Perry’s new Netflix comedy series, “She The People.” The star took to Instagram to share her excitement about the project, which is set to premiere on May 22.
Family Pride Moment
In her enthusiastic post, Vaughn wrote, “WE DID IT!!!” followed by a list of cast and crew members involved in the production. She added, “My New Favorite Show!! Y’all see my baby Lola made it into the trailer!” The proud mom couldn’t contain her excitement about her daughter’s appearance in the promotional material.
The Instagram image shows what appears to be a celebratory moment related to the upcoming series, capturing Vaughn’s enthusiasm for the project that clearly has personal significance with her daughter’s involvement.
About ‘she The People’
According to previous posts from Vaughn and cast members, “She The People” centers on Antoinette Dunkerson (played by Vaughn), a newly elected lieutenant governor navigating the challenges of public service while managing personal chaos. The political comedy series represents a significant moment for Vaughn, who has been deeply involved in the project’s development.
In an earlier Instagram post, Vaughn expressed her gratitude for the opportunity: “Oh the Joy I feel!!! I’ve been 10 toes down creating something that matters to us!! I LOVE my super incredible, talented, loving cast! Thank you to @netflix, the whole @tylerperrystudios team and to the man, the myth, the legend @tylerperry Your YES means more than you could ever know!”
Star-studded Cast
The series features an impressive ensemble cast including Jade Novah, Drew Olivia Tillman, Tré Boyd, Karon Joseph Riley, Robert Craighead, Kevin Thoms, Tony Robinette, TC Carson, Denise Boutte, and Jo Marie Payton, all of whom Vaughn tagged in her celebratory post.
Cast member Robert Craighead previously shared his excitement about the series, revealing that he plays “Governor Beauregard Harper of the great state of Mississippi” alongside Vaughn’s lead character.
A Personal Project
For Vaughn, this series appears to be particularly meaningful. In previous posts about the show, she’s used the hashtags #SheThePeople and #shebelievedshecouldsoshedid, suggesting the project holds personal significance beyond just being another acting role.
The inclusion of her daughter Lola in the trailer makes the achievement even more special for Vaughn. Lola, who Vaughn often refers to as her “mini-me” in social media posts, appears to be following in her mother’s entertainment industry footsteps. Vaughn has previously shared that Lola is a “professional dancer” and also makes candles through her business “Litty By Lola.”
Vaughn’s Established Career
Terri J. Vaughn is well-known for her roles in television series including “The Steve Harvey Show,” where she played high school secretary Lovita Alizé Jenkins-Robinson. According to her Wikipedia page, she’s won three NAACP Image Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for that role.
Beyond acting, Vaughn has expanded her career to include producing and directing. She’s appeared in numerous television shows and films, establishing herself as a versatile talent in the entertainment industry.
Upcoming Premiere
“She The People” is scheduled to premiere on Netflix on May 22, with the first eight episodes being released. The series represents another collaboration between Netflix and Tyler Perry Studios, adding to Perry’s growing library of content on the streaming platform.
Vaughn’s excitement about the series is palpable in her social media activity, where she’s been actively promoting the show while expressing gratitude to everyone involved in bringing it to life.
As the premiere date approaches, fans of Vaughn and Perry alike are anticipating this new comedy that promises to blend political satire with the personal chaos of its lead character, played by the veteran actress who clearly believes deeply in the project’s message and potential.
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