Does the 'Abbott Elementary' Cast Really Know Each Other? | Vanity Fair

How much does the cast of 'Abbott Elementary' know about each other? Quinta Brunson, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Chris Perfetti, Lisa Ann Walter and William Stanford Davis find out in this latest episode of Vanity Fair Game Show.
Season two of Abbott Elementary airs weekly on Wednesday at 9/8c on ABC
Director: Jackie Phillips
Director of Photography: Matt Krueger
Editor: Cory Stevens
Celebrity Talent: Quinta Brunson, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Lisa Ann Walter, Chris Perfetti, William Stanford Davis
Line Producer: Jen Santos
Associate Producer: Emebeit Beyene
Production Manager: Andressa Pelachi and Peter Brunette
Production Coordinator: Carolina Wachokier
Talent Booker: Mica Medoff
Camera Operator: Shay Eberle-Gunst
Audio: Paul Cornett
Production Assistant: Eric Bittencourt
Art Department: Leah Waters-Katz
Post Production Supervisor: Marco Glinbizzi
Post Production Coordinator: Jovan James
Supervising Editor: Kameron Key
Assistant Editor: Diego Rentsch
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[@boknowsx]

To know Quinta went from being a meme to a household name in network television makes me feel proud like I know her personally. She deserves all of the love & success that the world has to give

[@cunfusion]

righttt i cried watching the first episode, i was so proud of her

[@yelayu8457]

*She* got moneeeeyy, now! 😂

[@LaurieZerumsky]

One hundred thousand percent agree. I feel like my baby cousin made it!

[@Korecarnation]

When was she a meme?

[@nycgirltee]

She was also on Buzzfeed for some time sis been working

[@daking901]

Janelle's absence is very fitting for the show. Ava would never be caught hanging out with her co-workers. She's probably taking an Uber black to a Lil Uzi Vert show

[@bloopbloopbloopbloopbloop]

lololol

[@JAZZnMOTION]

😂😂😂😂

[@Oxymoric]

That man would never be caught in the daytime !

[@xoxoashley.3865]

🤣🤣🤣

[@claireindigo1200]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@user-qb5dd6lq2p]

Sheryl is the glamorous strict auntie and Lisa is the glamorous wild auntie

[@julioagua]

So, Hilda and Zelda?

[@mars_mayday]

glamorous auntie wives

[@hannahbarbarian6786]

​@dd yk the racists would cry & seethe

[@melyme1409]

Yesss and the Shades❤

[@boknowsx]

Sheryl is like a walking history book and I love that for her 😂 She can’t answer a question without giving a backstory to match and that makes it so much better

[@TexasT2009]

It also shows what a good and attentive friend she is to everyone. What a cool lady.

[@arimackin]

She’s so funny😫

[@wundoez]

Shows why she graduated early

[@leshaariel4921]

Lisa’s fashion is IMPECCABLE

[@esahc]

She looks like the cool aunt that’ll slide you a glass of wine

[@gloss6969]

very fran fine

[@kellygreengables3936]

I saw her do an interview with Sherri Shepherd and omg Lisa's hair and makeup were stunning. And even though it was a Zoom interview, she had on Louboutins. IDK if it's her, a stylist, or a both but she looks always looks amazing.

[@nikkichehrazi]

Elizabeth James dressed her

[@taradc6037]

@@nikkichehrazi aww that reference ❤️❤️

[@gemmapecorinigoodall9133]

Lisa being dressed like Meredith Blake is something I didn't know I needed

[@SuburbanZulu]

It's brilliant, really.

[@TeamObrien1]

This was my first thought!

[@denaziratizol7711]

YESSS

[@nyla1038]

she looks freaking amazingggg, especially with those shades! - all of them look great actually.

[@taradc6037]

Funny, they actually became close friends in real life after Parent Trap! Her fashion may just be influenced by Meredith Blake😄

[@emmabennet888]

As a group of actors, this is hands down my favourite ensemble cast. I don't think I've ever seen a cast of actors in an interview get along so well together while also having so much respect for one another.

[@licialee283]

I do love them but the Ted lasso cast definitely gives off these very vibes

[@nora_ray]

“I go to class, and complete the task!” SHERYL YOU GEM 💎✨💗

[@LarissaTZuhoski]

I hope they incorporate Lisa's ballroom dancing and William's musical background into the show at some point!

[@licialee283]

Quinta & the writers room hope y’all listening bc we’d love to see it

[@delilahbynum7882]

I was thinking this too!!!

[@akow8]

this cast is just so perfect. you can really see their characters with their personalities

[@Feliciatanktop]

Sheryl calling it the smart bar is wild 😭 I can’t imagine anyone else playing Barbara

[@akow8]

@@Feliciatanktop SAME HERE

[@Pal3sa]

I love Sheryl in this. The excitement, the joy 😂😂😂 her relationship with Chris. It's so sweet. I love this cast.

[@mirandaharlow3719]

Her and Chris are my favorite duo!

[@mirandaharlow3719]

"Here you go baby, you need this" I love Sheryl and her mother/teacher energy😭

[@CreatedbyZyaire]

Sheryl Lee Ralph is living history! A treasure in human form.

[@MIAWaveGod]

Youngest women to graduate at her college is insaneeeee . Props to her, I had to stop the vid and do research

[@kellygreengables3936]

I love the mix of seasoned actors like Sheryl and Lisa with lesser knowns and then with people like Quinta and Tyler who have been out of the spotlight for a little bit but are regaining popularity. Such a sweet cast and show. I really hope Abbott Elementary goes the distance!

[@ouidsoul]

can we talk about quintas outfits like yesss

[@shelbyerichard]

SO CUTE

[@wowwnayy338]

The way Sheryl said "noooo" after Lisa guessed Prosecco lmaooo

[@eliancontreras678]

I can see Quinta already writing an episode for season 3 of Mr Johnson in a band LMAO

[@Fraxinus_a]

Yes, and I can't wait to see it. 😍

[@ashleycadet1578]

Lisa took her glasses off the same way she did in Parent Trap 🥺

[@shadyshandalear]

That hit me right in the nostalgia! Chessy was everything 😭😍😂

[@gothgirlglittercrust7118]

quinta is sooo pretty, she's really in her it girl era

[@EuiHwanP]

Kristin Chenoweth NEEDS to guest star!

[@christina.kleman]

She could come in for a school musical episode lol

[@r.e.m.outsold]

right? considering she's also starred in her own mockumentary, trial and error, and KILLED it !!

[@jazzylew7627]

Ohhhhhh, crazy mother!! That'd be PERFECT (if they haven't already done it)

[@naijaval01]

Their stylists… 10/10✨

[@Idontwannaknowu23]

“I KNEW you were in a band.” 😂😂😂

[@kikikierra]

I love this cast so much. As someone who wants to be an educator AND a future actress, this show comforts me so damn much. I love their work.

[@mirandaharlow3719]

I want to be a teacher too, and this show reminds me of my favorite teachers I want to be like:)

[@jackyava]

I literally love Quinta, and seen her grow so much it’s so amazing

[@plantahari]

but she ain't grown an inch though. ok i will leave.

[@289dancer]

I like William. He sounds like a smooth jazz musician

[@latiam]

Sheryl is giving the kid in class that naturally attracts more attention and praise, who everyone else is secretly (but noticeably) trying to neutralize... 😭🤣 Some people are just born to stand out. 🤩

[@l33sah]

Lisa coming in with fashion like a true Lisa does! They all looked fabulous 🤩

[@rubyrider7902]

Flyest cast in the biz, they all look amazing. Lisa rocking the sunglasses indoors why? BECAUSE SHE CAN!

[@shadyshandalear]

Giving Meredith Blake shoulder pads, but the Chessy sunglasses vibes. A true icon! 😂😍😭 lololol

[@paulalapoderosa6762]

Literally and then she’s glowing underneath ugh

[@helentrxn]

i like how they all saying their answers and not taking time to write it down 😂

[@willcookmakeup]

I love how full glam they all are. Such a contrast to their characters. It's so so cool to see Quinta on this journey after she came into our lives in the OG buzzfeed days

[@Iyahh_]

I can’t describe how much I love this cast. they are sweet, talented and hard working ppl who genuinely love their job!

[@n1ss13]

I love this cast so much. You can tell they really enjoy being around each other. 🥰

[@tHeoNlyoNeHeTruLyLoVeD]

Sheryl: a barista… Lisa: No, Wait! Chris: STARBUCKS BARISTA Lisa: HOLD ON! SHUT UP. literally the most iconic moment 😂

[@wizzer101]

Sooo umm I think Kristen Chenoweth has to guest star on Abbot Elementary! She could be the “Say no to drugs” or “motivational” guest speaker with a wild crazy story

[@AllGreyEverything]

Sheryl is such a teacher! As soon as she sits in that chair, class begins.

[@gabelogan5877]

It's so nice to finally have a comedy that's actually a comedy. A comedy that's actually funny with lol killer lines

[@h-shmoneyyy7677]

The fact that Lisa’s voice is the same as in the show is making my DAYYYYYY 😂😂

[@Umadataninternetstranger22]

When Lisa said he was in the temptations. I lost it 😂😂😂

[@moonspade]

LOL Sheryl "No" after Lisa said she can talk dirty if its comedy love the cast so muchh

[@shadyshandalear]

Literally was searching for this comment 😂😂😂

[@toussaintderby6806]

I knew it was “Sweet baby Jesus and the grown one too!!!” 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Feliciatanktop]

I love that the actors are just like their characters

[@sneakymama]

this show is one of the best on TV today, and these actors make it so. this clip was a delight - and I'm not surprised that Sheryl Lee Ralph won 🥰😍

[@jonahgilmore2981]

Lisa is a whole vibe. "When did you get drunk and sleep through first period?"

[@kyibobpeb]

I've loved Lisa Ann Walter since The Parent Trap!!

[@GymnasticChickz]

Lisa is such an icon omg

[@liberianaquarius3912]

Sheryl calling it the smart bar is perfect 😂

[@alexiacolette9994]

“Get into class, complete the task.” Ms. Sheryl and I would get along!

[@finsfables]

Obsessed with Sheryl

[@shadyshandalear]

Lisa out here rocking Meredith Blake shoulder pads, with Chessy chill vibes…a true icon!!! 😎 Love to see it 😂 ❤ 👏🏾

[@kortnixo]

LMAO Chris saying 10 10 10s across the board 🤣🤣🤣

[@nkhan4]

I could just sit and listen to all the stories Sheryl Lee Ralph has, she's so eloquent and mesmerizing.

[@peeter8488]

you can tell how well they know each other by the first 30 seconds of dialogue i love this show

[@HouseMDaddict]

"I don't even know this one" Lisa's response to "what's your secret talent?" 🤣

[@paolacolon8754]

“im only 30 now darling” 😂

[@tintin3_3]

I love this show and cast so much, its so heartwarming. I hope they make a lot of seasons for this one. ❤

[@user-kx6fw8ub9g]

The casting is impeccable. It’s as if Abbott is a show about what if these celebrities were teachers in a public elementary school cuz their characters fit their personalities really well.

[@nat2501]

Def missing Tyler in these, hope he can join them for some future vids!

[@Maya-nq6ko]

Sheryl ate them up lmfaooo

[@s.p246]

Lisa giving off First Wives Club vibe! hahaha love it!

[@christina.kleman]

I love that Lisa showed up channeling Meredith Blake🖤

[@jupeverte2]

Love this whole cast!! Lisa you are soo gorgeous! She hasn’t aged 😊

[@billygorgeous]

what a charming cast

[@RENTBOYBEAUTY]

SWEET BABY JESUS AND THE GROWN ONE TOO!! 🙌🏾😂

[@shymcg]

😂😂😂

[@Keezie27]

😄😄

[@thethirdcrouch]

sheryl is a really good storyteller

[@rachelannezaragoza5855]

ugh i love this cast so much

[@osoorts]

Absolutely LOVE this cast and Abbott to bits

[@nickfernandez829]

Chris perfetti is so cute I can’t 😍

[@SuburbanZulu]

Stanford: What was the name of the band I was in? Quinta: ... Metallica 🤣😭🤣😭

[@happyhairgirls]

The House of Representatives is a great name for a band.

[@CorettaJG]

The rap group Cross Movements had a record called House of Representatives. Great name.

[@KamiePhresh]

Funny cause I shouted out Kevin Hart as Quinta’s height twin 😂

[@10293]

I said Linda Hunt, maybe that was a bit harsh lol

[@JeMangeLaPoubelle]

Quinta elevating that wardrobe!

[@lcute810]

and I said Quinta’s book this loud too 😭 I’m so in love with this cast !!! I can’t get enough of them

[@GenesisCamille]

Just started watching and I’m in love with this feel good show! ❤❤❤ I used to be afraid of Sheryl when she played Brandy’s mom in Moesha 😅 the mother I needed.

[@bumblebeebrass164]

This show makes me wanna be a teacher so bad (but I don’t do it cause the pay sucks LOL)

[@way2kool89]

Don’t do it, 😢

[@gabbym333]

Speaking as a teacher...nooo don't do it.

[@ShaynaReneeStyle]

I hope someone these things make it into an episode. Definitely the band & ballroom dancing

[@adicho_39479]

Sheryl is dynamiteee

[@Fixtheproblemwithgoodpolicy]

There has to be a musical episode for Abbott Elementary

[@zwbonbons8]

no one gonna point out the prolonged look of genuinely loving concern on sheryls face when everyone said “cigar smoking” for william 😂😂😂

[@GabrielLeyva-q5b]

"I'LL BE THE JUDGE OF THAT" not Chris quoting RU. im in tears

[@annemacleod1421]

What a lovely bunch of people…no competing egos, just good ole’ camaraderie. The set must be full of laughs. 🇳🇿🇳🇿NZ

[@ambernista5652]

It’s Lisa with these sunglasses for me ❤!

[@enterdamanery]

Chris looking kinda fine. I'll be your "BLACK!?" IRL 🤣

[@MsJoiBella]

What a great back story for Mr Johnson, amidst his other endeavors he was also in a band..."interesting" lol

[@insoulmniac]

i want to see williams’ band and their songs 😂😂

[@sagehurd8982]

I love Lisa’s outfit

[@melsyoutube]

First the friendship test with glamor, now this! 🥰

[@DiorNdiaye]

3:11 that is textbook Janine😭

[@Mikelleevans]

sheryl and lisa know eachother so well 😭😭

[@kg9831]

Lisa in her shades omg 😂😂🫶🫶

[@oliviadurand2429]

Hearing Sheryl say she graduated college at 19 makes me feel so completely inadequate being 22 and still not being close to graduating. I don’t even party!

[@courtney-ray]

Sheryl’s “no” to Lisa saying she could cuss if it was comedy was 💯 Barbara vibes! 😄

[@ashlei315]

Other well-known living actresses that are also 4’11”: Melissa Rauch & Lucy DeVito. Bindi Irwin, while not an actress, is another 4’11” celeb. Famous actresses who have passed that were 4’11”: Judy Garland & Estelle Getty.

[@christinea.a.a]

Woah is Bindi that short? she looks quite tall in images😯

[@ashlei315]

@@christinea.a.a yeah I didn’t realize it either!

[@Fraxinus_a]

Omg, I didn't realize Judy Garland was soo tiny.

[@CeceMEFit]

Also Adrienne Bailon-Houghton is 4'11"

[@traceycamille]

I absolutely love this show and cast 😍💗

[@revmd621]

You all are awesome! I enjoyed watching this so much!! ❤❤ Thanks for sharing Vanity Fair!

[@YonekuniKyuhyun]

but Chris using the iconic "i'll be the judge of that"

[@monsermoran]

Sheryl and Quinta are both left handed! Thats so cool :)

[@scottsummers4234]

I love this cast! Chemistry is off the charts!

[@hollycaylynn9370]

Sheryl is SO beautiful and seems so warm.

[@sydneycastro1896]

They all look so good!!!awww

[@thelananicole11]

I love this cast so much, even though we are missing 2. But there are a great group. Im hoping many more good episodes and seasons for this show.