The Cast of 'Abbott Elementary' Breaks Down Season 3 | Entertainment Weekly

Quinta Brunson (Janine Teagues,) Tyler James Williams (Gregory Eddie,) Janelle James (Ava Coleman,) Lisa Ann Walter (Melissa Schemmenti,) Sheryl Lee Ralph (Barbara Howard,) Chris Perfetti (Jacob Hill) and William Stanford David (Mr. Johnson) joins EW to breakdown what to expect in season 3 of ‘Abbott Elementary’
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[@thatcrazychick3108]

Everytime Sheryl Lee Ralph opens her mouth I swear she's quoting the book of Proverbs😂

[@sarahb-rh9dd]

Oh really? Well that's not my type of person, I despise bible thumpers

[@kingtryton]

No, but for real!! She’s so prophetic in the way she speaks its a gift

[@LBDBeauty]

😂😂😂

[@macaoron]

“Oh my god, I get jelly belly!” -Proverbs 61:5

[@sarahb-rh9dd]

Dang why does my comments keep getting deleted let me reiterate. OH REALLY WELL SHE'S NOT MY TYPE OF PERSON CAUSE I DESPISE BIBLE THUMPERS

[@ArgChica]

Look at Quinta absorbing the information for her next writing😂😂😂 She is probably like "yes, talk. Keep talking. The next episode"😂😂😂

[@adey126]

At the end she was “well might as well get a jump on S4” 😂

[@tnate6004]

Niecy Nash as Ava's sister would be epic.

[@crystalm5048]

Definitely believable

[@AleGuerrero94]

💯

[@beyourself2444]

No, please, no...Niecy annoys me

[@Swameh]

I just love love love how invested they are all in the story. Not just as creators and performers, but seemingly as fans. It's truly the X factor for this whole cast.

[@MattMiscevich]

I was genuinely about to comment this! It feels so authentic

[@AllisonHolly1001]

Honestly, they hit the lottery with this cast. They’re perfection.

[@brownskinladyiam]

Mr Johnson needs an Emmy

[@Gumbier_Than]

Put some respect on his name! 😂

[@travisharris5490]

Exactly

[@earth2moriah]

Yes he is so funny!

[@MYSTERIOUSasLOVE]

I hope we get to see him with his friends or date.

[@lcute810]

i understand Janine's decison of not starting a relationship with Gregory now because she's not ready so this is the logical thing to do but I can't help myslef to want them TOGETHER NEOWWWWWWWWWWWWW, I love them so much

[@starrdean4614]

I felt that same way in me, me 2❣️❣️❣️💓🖤😏

[@brandiclyburn8014]

Just started season 1 and came here to see if Gregory & Janine pair up. Welp got my answer😢

[@xmidnightx2520]

No Fr I just want them together

[@matisebenign]

now Solange being on Abbott is something I did not know I needed 😍

[@Luvanmusiq]

OMG!!!

[@lelecheesy]

Yes that would be aww

[@rachellows]

Lisa Ann Walter is so Melissa Schemmenti coded 😂

[@YouTubeReady]

She will always be Chessie to me.

[@midomido.midori]

This has become my comfort show and I’m beyond excited for the new season! I hope we get more Jacob and Zach lol and even more Ayo as Janine’s sister!

[@TC-ym1vk]

I didn’t realize Ayo played the sister for a while

[@keeshiabrie]

Them shouting out the celebrities they wish to be guest characters 🥹 May I add: Denzel Washington as Barbara Howard’s brother

[@adey126]

I could watch a good two hours of them just talking. I wish DVD complete seasons were still a thing and the cast could do commentary on the episodes. I can’t wait for the new season.

[@Fluuuv]

DVD commentary? Is this something that used to happen?

[@UrsulaTheeSeawitch]

They have DVDs of the first season but idk if there is commentary.

[@adey126]

@@Fluuuv Yes. Especially for major movies and tv shows.

[@adey126]

@@UrsulaTheeSeawitch I hope they bring back this feature. It is so much welcome especially with a cast like this one.

[@Luvanmusiq]

Yesss to all of this!! Love these clips from over the years.

[@wanditamaximoff8279]

I want to see more of Melissa’s life, family and background! And a little bit more of Kristin Marie as well! I’m also really interested in Ava’s background and life out of Abbott

[@Luvanmusiq]

Yess Kristin Marie. The chemistry 😂

[@FedericoCrobe]

The love I have for this cast is unmeasurable. They are all so well cast and FOINE!

[@dorianellis4308]

Sheryl Lee Ralph is absolutely radiant! 😍🤩

[@kj7045]

Is Janine’s ex boyfriend Tyrek coming back as a guest or permanent cast member? He is so funny and super entertaining!

[@Gumbier_Than]

Talks about him being the new music teacher were on KZbin last year. That's the only plausible thing I can come up with his presence at Abbott. They already did the near rekindling with episode.

[@Luvanmusiq]

Loveee him!

[@meh5069]

Head of the PTA 😂

[@born2day]

They’ve captured lightning in a bottle with this show.

[@robindabank6556]

Tyler’s outfit 💚 I MEAN CˋMON NOW💚💚💚💚 ugh such a beautiful color

[@bluekryptonite1121]

Been rewatching the first two seasons and it never fails to make me laugh out loud, tear up or roll my eyes at something silly. Such a phenomenal show and cast ❤

[@chrisez3188]

I loved the way Quinta pulled out her phone to write down what Janelle said about Diana Ross being her mother and it’d make so much sense because she craves fame and admiration

[@avamae6488]

can't wait to rewatch season 3 over and over again

[@Elizabeth-uu5tv]

I've already watched the first 2 episodes 3x!😂

[@cunniffcreations]

Abbott Elementary is the best show on television!

[@marbutta-oi3tf]

Facts

[@samarycastro]

Sheryl and Lisa are such elegant and graceful women!! ❤ love them!

[@rachellows]

I wanna give Stan, Lisa, Janelle and Chris an Emmy. They are amazing!

[@brownskinladyiam]

This show is absolutely the best and I appreciate every character

[@slimtrain]

the writing is simply impeccable. each actor brings life to each character.

[@sandrahardison4918]

I love how this show highlights real teacher life issues. Teachers are the most important people in our children’s lives and they are not appreciated in our society. They should receive doctor’s salaries. Plus it’s super funny. Thank you Ms. Brunsan. 😊❤

[@arutlit62]

I’m new to the show and I’m glad I don’t have to wait for too long for new episodes. Exited for season 3!

[@jamiec3664]

Must be nice! We waited sooo long lol

[@adey126]

Welcome to the Abbott Elementary fandom

[@xmidnightx2520]

Me too im kinda sad I binged it and that there isn’t more seasons to watch yet! Im hooked!

[@ashleyrogers1930]

To make Tyler idea work they could write in his dad had an affair and he found out he had a daughter. And Gregory finding that out could make him see his dad in a more human way.

[@janetemrich6545]

I just love this show as a retire teacher,this is the best show. I tell everyone about this show.

[@vincyagain]

Quinta being friends with Harry Potter was not something I expected to learn from this interview xD

[@oxymoronman]

The characters very much remind me of an orchestra, where you can pair them in a way to make specific melodies but it also makes the moments and scenes with the full cast all the more beautiful as well because we've gotten to know those individual sounds so well.

[@kingtryton]

This cast is incredible! Nothing like it on television now 😊

[@kennethlgabriel]

The only show in the world that I will ensure I can watch on ABC at👏🏾 the 👏🏾 scheduled 👏🏾 time versus three days later on Hulu. I’m enamored with this series and cast.

[@jolynnhill8502]

This whole cast is so good. This is the best feel good show. Preach Sheryl❤

[@scottmoore3043]

Sheryl Lee Ralph voice should be an option you can pick for 'Alexa'! Feel like if she was your life coach you would achieve all your goals and then some😊

[@gigi1625]

It took so long for Chris to join the convo 😅

[@dspiffy]

Sheryl was literally doing the thing where she mixes up actors names at the end

[@ebtehalbash2389]

i hope we see more of Erica i loved her vibe!

[@crystalm5048]

Yesss, she was sooo cool!

[@clancy9438]

I really really hope we get another Halloween episode

[@nitamitch5592]

I love how they laugh at themselves.😂

[@howie1099]

Abbott is one of my favourite shows (I'm a teacher as well!). Eagerly waiting for season three to drop in the UK!

[@nitamitch5592]

That c-pap machine episode was 😂😂😂

[@dannysimion]

So glad the writers strike is over and we get shows back! Yay!!

[@miriamliggett1295]

I'm so ready for the new season!!! Love all these folks!

[@gogicore]

The most beautiful lesson this show has taught me has come from Ava. She is a selfish character but as the show goes on, you learn the most selfless lesson from her. She realizes that somebody else's win is also her win. When Gregory wins teacher of the year is her win. When Barbara gets money from the church for the school is HER win too. When Janine works for the school district it is also Ava's win. When the school wins a plaque is also her win. And this happens so many more times, to the point where you see Barbara starting to encourage other characters to do good because she's starting to do good, like when she encourages Barbara to stand up for herself in the church choir, etc etc etc. Selflessness always will be and feel better than being selfish, because is best to have kind company that lonely success.

[@TwinPower93]

Great conversation cant wait until Weds

[@withalittlehelpfrom3]

Abbott Elementary therapy scenes would be amazing! Sheryl might as well be pitching atp

[@marciabyrd6590]

Love, love, love the show!!!!

[@brinsonopinion]

I loved ALL of those pitches at the end 😂

[@heatherabare1]

I watched one episode and I was hooked. U watched both seasons in one night

[@dionneaseals]

I can watch reruns of this like I've never seen it before!

[@Skippy9673]

You guys simply are just DARN good. And the love you have for each other makes working together worth every minute. And it shows when we see you guys and I feel just as loved because I feel I am there with you all. You show draws everyone in. Good luck keep up the good work. But, love the parents of the cast to be non known big celebrities because when you see big names you just view them in other movies not Abbott elementary so can’t see them as parents when all you picture is their previous movies

[@jessicaarcher2517]

This show is so good im here for all the press ahhh ❤️

[@biancabuckley]

Tony Baker for Mr Johnson's Son or Nepher

[@clutchesllc1930]

😂 I love the actors y'all are mentioning as your kids and parents. I hope y'all really try to do this.

[@starrdean4614]

Great cast, great show❣️💖🖤😊

[@nikkijb623]

Love this show!!!

[@teracejones4257]

Love this show and cast. 👍🏾🌈🌸😊

[@liarsgrande1989]

best cast!!

[@MidnightSunJJaz]

this show is so good ❤ so happy for the s4 renewal 🎉

[@SylviaJonesMusic]

Best show on tv! 🎉❤

[@hambatuhan3165]

I wanted all of these pitches to happen now, 😂

[@Ambimom]

Best show on TV!

[@cierrahunt014]

I love how Stan is always saying things low and the cast has to repeat him 😅😂

[@tylerowens8306]

Im so sad Solange couldn't play Gregory's sister. Possibly cousin 🤷

[@callmepatrisha_]

The way Chris sat 7+ minutes on there and aint say one word😢

[@supposedlymel]

it's the same when i watch Bobs Burgers interviews and the guy who voices Tina doesn't really talk. i think some people just prefer to listen and let others speak and chris is one of them😊

[@beyourself2444]

Is it strange that I love the side characters like Janine old boyfriend Tariq, he is so funny

[@thomaslovestar]

Lookin at tyler’s mug its gotta be a hint

[@loveyamungo9064]

So “Jelly Belly” Will Be In The Next Episode??!! 🎉😂

[@itsamaiaa3860]

i love tyler fit 😭😍😍😍

[@sarahb-rh9dd]

Oh pls don't give any spoilers (before I watch)

[@hannahbrew2292]

Jelly belly 🥹❤️ she’s so precious

[@fadingnebulous]

Yo… I have been saying this for a minute. Why hasn’t Orlando Jones, Tyler James Williams or Solange Knowles been in a show/film?! I literally thought I was the only one!!

[@alexmac4_]

*SPOILER* The season 3 premiere was so funny . With Jalen hurts man I’m not even an eagles fan but he’s so funny

[@peggyokelly2118]

BEST FAMILY SHOW EVERA

[@vanshikathakur]

❤

[@Crucis119]

I'm sorry did I hear Lisa Ann Walter say, in regards to Papi Pascal "He likes to have fun?" 🧐

[@Pittbull13]

I have missed y’all. Just such nice people. If a cast hate each other in come through in the performance. Those women from designing women hated each other-turned me off

[@felisha209]

They need to get ice - T

[@kelseighingram]

Manifesting Vincent Martella as a guest star.

[@hanssolos3699]

my fave show cos we all wannabe principal ava 💋

[@joshfabregas7162]

meryl 😭😭😹

[@SalGersGirl]

They could make it so that Gregory's dad has a child outside his marriage so Solange could be his half sister

[@nigeriansista]

Solange could be his cousin but later learn it’s his actual sister. Scandalous family history 😲and maybe she will take over the fathers plant business

[@beverleyreid7572]

I want Janine and Gregory to hook up

[@starrdean4614]

Tell me about it!

[@smaao]

So many things said yet nothing is said because spoilers

[@edgardorivera1724]

Please please pleaseeeeee get Pedro Pascal!!!😊

[@mariochezdesign]

💚🤎🧡💜

[@hanssolos3699]

❤ these characters: 👑 principal ava latte ~ the coffee we all need at midnite 👗 hey shortie 😛 that fine black teacher 🍌 the obligatory whitegay teacher 👵 the sweet church aunty 💃 the ginger teacher with manly voice 🕴the janitor we slept with every 2 weeks

[@sarahb-rh9dd]

Hopefully tph will be there so she has a job since she keeps complaining, I'm pretty sure abc pays well ma'am🙄

[@sarahb-rh9dd]

But that's probably not gonna happen since OPRAH is the only one that sent her flowers she's the one that'll probably be playing her mother now😂🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿

[@Sara-mf3px]

Soooo loved seeing Josh Segarra on the show. Loved him in The Other Two and The Big Door Prize. He is so great. This show is fantastic and refreshing. 🫶😊

[@hondwana]

Around the Table, Last super style is very comical. Don't know if I'm the only one who noticed. 🫢

[@-streaminadream-5356]

pedro on abbott. best fit he’s so silly goofy

[@whiskeredshrimp]

❤