'Lovita Alize Jenkins' Reveals Life Before & After 'Steve Harvey Show' Role - Behind The Role

www.comedyhype.com/ - Actress Terri J. Vaughn talks with with Comedy Hype about her loved role on the series 'The Steve Harvey Show' as Lovita Alize Johnson. In this episode of 'Behind The Role', Vaughn explains how she landed the role and what's she been up to. Instagram: @ComedyHype & Twitter: @ComedyHype_

[@yahkar]

🤭 Her & Ced Made the Funniest Couple on T.V. at that time. Especially when she moved in and Steve came to their apt 🤣🤣🤣 Classic Steve Harvey Show moments.

[@dontelindsey5846]

Remember their entertainment center with the boombox and antenna? 😂

[@patrickmacon1782]

She was funny and Super Hot!! 💋🥰

[@goonn337]

@@patrickmacon1782 yes

[@Kdotkon]

“Funniest at that time”? Idk, man. Tisha and Martin were wildly funny, and I’m pretty sure that was airing then

[@dontelindsey5846]

@@Kdotkon I could be wrong but when she came to the show Martin may have been canceled. 97?

[@slivic83]

SHE WAS/AND STILL IS SO FINE!!!

[@courtneypalmer53]

She is beautiful. Doesn't even need to wear makeup.

[@christopherdieudonne]

@@courtneypalmer53 Yeah, I agree. She's naturally gorgeous, inside and out.

[@jew10400]

say it again

[@richswavy3626]

hell yea

[@mosesprops5754]

You gotdam telling the truth yes lawd lol 😂😂

[@silentassassin6162]

I’m not gonna lie her and Cedric where probably one of my favorite TV couples.

[@kensmechanicalaffair]

Yep.

[@whywomenhatemyforeskin1412]

Yeah those personalities were perfect together

[@ayeflippum]

*Silent Assassin* "...she and Cedric..." Don't be illiterate.

[@silentassassin6162]

@@ayeflippum 👍🏿

[@alexanderk7422]

@@ayeflippum If we are going to play the role of internet grammar Nazi, we might benefit from the use a more accurate term than "illiterate" when correcting errors in syntax. For example, I think the word "solecist" may be more appropriate that "illiterate". @Silent Assassin can clearly read & write and is not illiterate. Just a thought. Peace & Blessings! Al K Duh

[@MrBean617]

She was hilarious in “Don’t Be A Menace.” 😂

[@lrs1519]

I’ll randomly say “you are so nasty” and bust out laughing

[@phoenix_sol_riseup2556]

@@lrs1519 That part! 😁😁

[@macwyll]

I was about to mention that one! I agree! Damn she was fine

[@jayceeinvincible]

True 💯

[@BrandonTheWarriorPrince]

That part

[@nathanielraydavis708]

She is still very Pretty. A Natural Beauty.

[@NapolianMusic24]

I used to watch the Steve Harvey just to see her!!!Her charisma, energy and confidence was unmatched!!!I hope to see her in another big role soon!!!

[@greendixon8924]

Me too

[@imyourpapi2994]

Look her up. She's been in a lot of stuff. Most of it be straight to dvd, but still been active in the entertainment industry.

[@carlahart4590]

Yes I love Terri J Vaughn

[@dontelindsey5846]

She made the Show even funnier.

[@goodjudygirlfriend]

Doing her thing as a working actress while sporting super cute hairstyles the whole time 🙌🏾.

[@MissionPossible85]

I was her stylist

[@AnotherDayKay]

I just genuinely get excited whenever I see her. She is gorgeous and can really bring a character to life, it’s so funny because I would think she’s been acting for YEARS lol… y’all interviews are always in point 💥

[@greendixon8924]

Me too lol

[@brandonclark8395]

She's 😎 cool

[@yolandaroyal7505]

It's her impeccable reading skills everything else just comes naturally

[@MrBaggareds]

Truth

[@BigDapPacino]

She is a considered to be a veteran actress now...apparently she has been in a lot of Lifetime and TV One or Netflix movies I have not seen...her list of screen time credits is a lot longer than I thought...I almost forgot that she played the friend of Regina King's character on Friday...she has paid her dues...it is good to know that she is producing and directing now!

[@donricolife1861]

She mastered that character in the Steve Harvey show

[@BigDapPacino]

It was a homegirl from around the way turned up to volume 15 and a half!

[@kensmechanicalaffair]

Natural.

[@whenniceguysretaliate5619]

Really enjoyed Lovita on the Steve Harvey Show. Mrs. Terri seemed really authentic in playing that character like it was really "who she was" in real life. Really good Actress. Wishing her continued success.

[@thomasedwards3843]

I agree. She was and still is fine! I always thought she was a southern bell.

[@u4mizzle1]

True

[@nr30199]

Cedric should have her on The Neighborhood as an ex girlfriend. Love to see her and Tichina Arnold's character go at it!!

[@nuttybuddy14]

Pam would win that fight

[@johnathanshell8190]

That would be awesome.

[@7Nereid]

Great Idea.💖3 Great Comedians.

[@sheerackley8225]

And that's what's wrong with ppl now...wanna see drama

[@valarieparks2857]

That would be hilarious! 2 feisty strong and confident Black women throwing classy shade 🤓

[@thetruesoulofanaquarius9302]

My favorite character on Steve Harvey. She is still so pretty/aging well.

[@JDMHaze]

Yes she was the perfect Addition to the show

[@greenbyrd3665]

Loved that show, and especially the chemistry between her and "Ceddy". The way she said his name was everything! 😂😂

[@RealRoyaltE]

Classic late 90s tv character "Lovita Alizay Jenkins" - sassy & sweet, but will probably cuss you out quick. Terri played that character sooo good...loved her and Ced on that show they're one of the best tv couples.

[@the_gratefulgamer]

A TRUE thespian never stops working. I wanna see a reunion episode.

[@BigDapPacino]

I think that Merlin Santana's murder really hurt a lot of cast members especially Steve Harvey because he came from doing shows like The Cosby Show , Sister Sister, and Smart Guy as a child actor ...basically he could have ended up having a career like Micheal B Jordan...if he would have lived and got the right opportunity to shine on the big screen...for a reunion to happen, Steve Harvey would have to get the ball going...he definitely has the power !

[@dhorubabinwahad3218]

Salute to this sister,she stayed true to herself and didn’t turn Hollywood.I love seeing Black love ❤️

[@official1sp]

What a real class act and leader in the film and television industry. The editing of the content was so seamless that everything flowed so easily. RIP to the teen icon Merlin Santana aka Romeo.

[@BatmanPops]

I can still hear that postal truck rocking from side to side 🚚👀😁

[@parrishthomas92]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@BatmanPops]

@@parrishthomas92 Hahahaha 😄😄

[@queenoflogic3206]

I've always wondered what happened to her. She seems so down to earth and positive. I love the picture with her and her family

[@kollector2125]

She was on the Lil REL show maybe a year ago as a special guest.

[@irapeterson1413]

She directs movies now and still acts

[@kimwilliams1402]

She has never disappeared, been working

[@bbennyj]

“I’m uniting with this negro and we gon have same fun” hahaha. I remember that line vividly, so funny.

[@floydrichv6497]

I love her she underrated

[@ILLAILLS]

I loved her in this role lol. The whole show was dope.

[@BigDapPacino]

Terri J Vaughn with those pretty dimples ...she was so naturally pretty...I remember when she was in " Don't Be A Menace To South Central When Drinking Your Juice in Da Hood"...and " Friday" ...she played one of Regina King's character's friends who came by the house and Smokey /Chris Tucker was trying to hit on her.. truly talented hard working actresses like her, Karen Malina White, and Elise Neal need to be saluted more!

[@blueswadeshoes4012]

Lovita & Cedi should’ve had a spin off. They were very much Lucy and Ricky

[@kendallrivers1119]

The Steve Harvey Show had a once in a lifetime cast. I'm glad we're finally getting some love for the show so far this year. First the interview with William Lee Scott aka Bullethead. I hope Comedy Hype releases Terri's full interview too.

[@omegawicked1]

me too

[@johnathanshell8190]

I miss Merlin Santana aka Romeo.

[@beverlycharles6534]

Each character held their own REALLY well. Unlike some other shows all the individual characters had a lot of funny lines and wide range. No one has mentioned Lydia she was hilarious. She quit acting? Would love to find out what she did afterwards & her thoughts on the show.

[@citi360]

RIP Romeo.

[@kendallrivers1119]

​@@beverlycharles6534Lori Beth was so great on both All That and The Steve Harvey Show. In fact she did do an interview a few years back and she did talk about her time on the show. Idk if it's still on here but you might be able to find it.

[@uniqwiab8679]

Her husband is an actor too, he was on saints and sinners. Beautiful couple.

[@kim_fd8938]

Her husband was also in coins for Christmas movies all 3 good movie

[@ScruFaceJeanOfficial]

The fact y’all ain’t ask her to say anything as LaVeeta was a missed opportunity.

[@jahsire95]

Or to act out the Don’t Be A Menace part. Lol

[@donovanwilliams29]

Check out Married with children With Al Bundy The episode is called Al and Griff measure up That's her in blue dress in shoe store b4 SH show 👍

[@jahsire95]

@@donovanwilliams29 Yeah.. I saw that too. I think she was in the first Friday too

[@joelyoung5850]

@@jahsire95 yepp...that was her in "Friday" doing Dana's hair (regina king's character)

[@koqueen189]

Seddyyyyy 😂😂😂

[@cass_ya_boy]

Terri "aka" Lovita is hilarious!! No matter how many times I watch the reruns I still CTFU as if it's the first time I'm watching it!

[@tiffanybates9043]

Love love her she is a funny actress. She sure is sassy but her personality is phenomenal and she is gorgeous. She is one of my favorite actress. I need her to have more jobs. ❤

[@tyardovdabulldht2340]

She's sweet and down to earth. Wishing her the best!

[@tideroll55]

I love watching her on ALL OF US! Her character is hilarious!

[@TheLinKuei]

Bruhh she was sooooo Fine. She can still get it

[@yourluxxuryautoconcierge1303]

Nahhhh. She's half-a-hundred and has a deep voice, now. But Lavita could get it.

[@YoungSwaggness]

Ms. Terri is a Legend Salute to her 🙌🏾

[@jew10400]

That is one fine lady, I always did like her in every role, I have seen her in. Her personality and her looks just draw you in. There are a lot of ladies that act, but she is at the top of my list.

[@BatmanPops]

She used to be so mean and rude to Steve and I loved it 😁

[@JDMHaze]

She was such a great addition to the show

[@BatmanPops]

@@JDMHaze yeah she was 💯👍🏽

[@gerardmcmillan8591]

Yeah because Steve was a bad influence on Ceddie and Steve was a playa.

[@BatmanPops]

@kman we already knew you were, But thanks for coming out and the open Mr Felicia 🤷🏽‍♂️ Now bye 😐

[@walterbrown9079]

Terry character made Cedric a better man and at the end it may Steve hightower of puppy dog cuz she was in love with the principal and Chase her to LA and confessed his love now is she keeps his advice to himself and not ruin Lori happiness with Michael B Jordan

[@SpiritMover314]

Sometimes you have the “Mother’s of Hollywood” and the “Father’s of Hollywood”. She crafted the new age Hollywood role of the “Hip 90’s Chic From Work”…..😂😂😉…Beautifully accomplished actress…👌🏿👍🏿.

[@ThinkingLikeAVIRTUOUSWoman]

“Sometimes I get a lil crazy” If this goes over your head, you may be too young 😂

[@BrittneyChristina]

😝😂😂

[@kensmechanicalaffair]

Lol

[@KeydotBdot]

Don’t be a menace 😂 man my momma bought me that not knowing what it was me and my cousins watched it over and over😂

[@83Scales]

🤣🤣

[@aaroniic]

The Lovita character is a very fond memory of my childhood for sure. I was a kid growing up in Crown Heights Brooklyn at the time the show was out and there were many Lovita’s in my neighborhood so I instantly gravitated to her character lol

[@donnajenkins9943]

Love her acting skills, The Steve Harvey Show one of my favorites, it’s good to see her 🙏🏾❤️

[@julespdx1230]

She played the heck out of that role! I didn't even know for the longest that she doesn't even have a southern accent!

[@chandraanjelica5608]

Its Lovita Alize Jenkins Robinson. Dont play my sis (Inserts laugh emoji)

[@dontelindsey5846]

Lovita: I graduated from Miss Claudine's school of hair business and nails 😂

[@dtrn254]

Love this concept of a 'check In' with our favorites performers. Glad to hear Terri is doing well and thriving 👍

[@lessiedavis9015]

Beautiful lady always enjoyed watching her on Steve

[@powermanlukecage4864]

I really enjoyed that interview. Terri is amazing as she is beautiful, what a wonderful personality. I am so happy for all her successes. God bless you!

[@LongLiveDaGuyz1215]

She definitely a Good Actor

[@keciascott5257]

She is such an underrated actress. She needs to be in more movies

[@dnewt3551]

Very nice interview! I loved Terri Vaughn's energy, her positivity, candidness, and genuine personality.

[@isaiahthompson2065]

She breathed life back into The Steve Harvey Show ! It got better when LaVetta would appear and entered the room ! Please come back ! She is so FINE !

[@Remedi88]

💯💯💯

[@mrawesomeanthony7041]

Love this Actress! She was one of my favorite actress!

[@KendiceSmith]

Beautiful woman and spirit, with a contagious smile. I'm still smiling from this interview.

[@Makaveli_forever]

Loved Lovita alize Jenkins! Terri J Vaughn such an underrated actress.

[@denisesalt9729]

She and Cedric were the best part of the show. I only watch reruns for them. Amazing talent.

[@suescrew05]

Man she don't look a day older since the Steve Harvey show, and still fine as freaking you know what, she got to be the ultimate truth of black don't crack, even without makeup, let all other nationalities and racial groups top that!

[@Kevinschart]

that's crazy story. loved the steve harvey show and glad she found her talent.

[@urayford]

What an intelligent and beautiful woman, I've always admired her.

[@prettygirlfrompa6413]

She is so real that’s what I like about her!!!

[@waynewalker8141]

I always enjoyed watching the Steve Harvey Show. Terri And Cedric were perfect together. And I agree with Terri. One of my favorites episodes was when Cedric and Lovitta won the lottery..

[@phee4512]

I could imagine that there was good energy among this cast. I'm not surprised. All of them seem to have down-to-earth personalities.

[@gnosis7188]

I had the biggest crush on her as a kid, and I think she's still Fiiiiiine.

[@gheechiedan9299]

Good to see her still doing good.

[@ronaldmurphy9152]

I always thought that Terri J. Vaughn was what made the Steve Harvey show come alive. Also thought she would get her own show, she's that charismatic.

[@indigoGoddess7]

I knew her face from Friday, but when I finally got to see her shine in her own light on the Steve Harvey Show...I seriously couldn't get enough of her and Ceddy. They are still one of the healthiest TV couples lol and despite their very interesting families. Brother Duracell and or the cousin with the 3 kids named after medication/hair products LMAOOO. She's still fine wine! Keep it up. I'm wishing you and your family nothing but the best.

[@tywanderbush2796]

Watching this Show was Good Times with Good Memories. Loved when she would call Wendy "Boss Lady" have been called that before I didn't mind I saw it as a term of endearment. Wonderful to know that you are STILL doing what you were born to do and still looking Fabulous doing it. Always a Stylish Sista should do something in Fashion. Just Say'n ♡

[@chocol8dread1]

I remember the first time I seen her, we were at a football practice in Duluth She sat right next to me❤️I kept my composure but I really wanted to jump up and ask for a hug and a pic😂but I said nah lol I’ll just enjoy the moment ☺️

[@TysonKiddforWWEChamp]

She has always been a great and funny actress. I enjoyed her roles on the Steve Harvey Show and Meet the Browns. But her funniest role was as Keisha in the movie Don’t Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood. That scene in the mail truck is funny to this day 🤣🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Romans-3-23]

Loved Her Role In That Show And That Show Was Just Good Fun In General.

[@tangreatmusicyacriso323]

SHE WAS REALLY FUNNY ON THE STEVE HARVEY SHOW, AS WELL AS THE WHOLE CAST. SHE HAD A LOT OF HILARIOUS SCENES.

[@tylerlasarow]

She basically made the show, she had me screaming as a kid😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@emilylewin2409]

I loved her character! She’s a great actress!

[@deeflow7348]

Love her, glad to see she's doing good things in the industry

[@Caneihaveacupcake]

Such a beautiful and inspiring black woman ! Thanks for being an example setter !

[@ZezeRants]

She’s still so pretty 🤗

[@chocolatecoveredtickets3154]

She was the best in DONT be a menace!! I had a major crush on her back in the 90’s!!!!! That smile is mesmerizing!!!!!!!😎😃😊😍

[@lastgirlstandin]

Iconic and Legendary Miss Lavita Alize Jenkins 💗

[@empressbellablaqq]

Love her !!!! We gotta give her, her flowers 💐💐 ❗️

[@AxxinTheSupernova]

"Stoooooooop!!!" when Smokey grabbed her arm in Friday. Thats the first thing I think of when I hear her talk

[@Batman-zu1lz]

Very happy for you Terri! 😊 Glad video came up

[@RobertSmith-jr8py]

One of my favorite shows of all time. I looked forward to watching every episode when I was in high school

[@jamallewis3113]

Been watching the show for a year and I grew up on Steve Harvey show but I never noticed she was her what a great actress

[@YaNa-xq4ll]

She's had many amazing roles...Remember when she was the bougie friend of Gabrielle Union in "Daddy's Girls?" She's done so much more than the Steve Harvey show and the man they showed in the pregnancy pic with her is an actor as well...Their jobs don't stop because they don't have a role on a "major" production...If you watch those movies on Prime, you know exactly what I'm talking about!

[@hopeeley5918]

Good point, Terri had directed movies too. She's talented in many ways, sometime behind the scenes.

[@shawnq9658]

Maaan I was so in love with her when I was a teenager..I mean in LOVE❤ and than my sister moved to(Atlanta) Duluth,Georgia a few years back and she didnt tell me that Lovita lived there also and their sons played football and they all had a practice and she came there one day and I about DIED🤪😂😂😂😂😂❤❤

[@uvyhtybhhhhhuhhjjjjj]

She's such a bright spirit!!! Love her!

[@blessnus]

She so pleasantly beautiful!!!

[@KiLovely]

Love her!!!!

[@moti4352]

I’m so proud of u Ms. Vaugh

[@user-jx1xb5uj7g]

I'm glad that she's still so down to earth and didn't let showbiz go to her head.

[@KilluminatiShakur]

She was always so pretty especially with the short hair, the shorter the better.

[@RewriteTheCode]

Always a class act.

[@carolynwilliams842]

I am so happy for her, A lot of laughter from her, she made my day

[@hawkhogun9526]

I can watch The Steve Harvey Show everyday.

[@DarrellBestWadley]

It’s Lovita Alize Jenkins. Get it right!!!!

[@_chrisgunther]

This was FUN!!!

[@skylarmccloud4080]

04:18 I was just about to mention that line.. That shit is Classic.

[@micaonyx5301]

Now this is how you age. Girl you're still a natural beauty. Good luck in all of your endeavors.

[@dlcrme]

She has great energy

[@SPLASHGOD575]

Umm you got her name wrong it's Jenkins smh

[@OrganicOptimus]

Man lookin at these comments I thought I was the only one who caught that 🤦🏿‍♂️

[@hotgirl5639]

One of my favorite shows. Big fan of yours👑🥰🥰

[@0xTRellyx0]

Love her personality!

[@kendricjonrs8581]

Is it just me?; or do most of us remember LOVITA ALIZE' (JENKINS)?