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The Shocking Truth: Where Is The Hangin’ With Mr. Cooper Cast Now In 2025?

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The beloved 90s sitcom Hangin’ with Mr. Cooper captured the hearts of a generation as part of ABC’s iconic TGIF lineup, following the life of former NBA player-turned-substitute teacher Mark Cooper in Oakland, California. The show, which ran from 1992 to 1997, mixed comedy with heartwarming life lessons, creating a formula that made its stars household names.

More than two decades after the finale, fans are constantly curious about the cast’s lives and careers. As of December 22, 2025, the stars of the series—Mark Curry, Holly Robinson Peete, Raven-Symoné, and the others—have continued their successful careers in acting, stand-up comedy, and philanthropy, with several major projects and even a potential reboot on the horizon. This is the definitive, up-to-the-minute look at where the cast is today and what they are doing now.

The Main Cast: Complete Biographies and Current Status (2025)

The core ensemble of Hangin’ with Mr. Cooper brought a dynamic energy to the series. Here is a detailed look at the actors who anchored the show, their biographies, and their most recent professional endeavors.

  • Mark Curry (Mark Cooper)
    • Born: June 1, 1961, in Oakland, California.
    • Role: Mark Cooper, the titular star, a former basketball player who transitions into teaching and coaching at Oakbridge High.
    • Current Status (2025): Curry remains a powerhouse in the comedy world. He is actively touring with his stand-up act throughout late 2025, performing at major venues across the United States. In addition to his comedy, he continues to act, with recent appearances in TV projects and films, cementing his legacy beyond his iconic sitcom role.
  • Holly Robinson Peete (Vanessa Russell)
    • Born: September 18, 1964, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
    • Role: Vanessa Russell, Mark’s initial roommate and eventual love interest, a successful radio producer and later a journalist.
    • Current Status (2025): Robinson Peete is exceptionally active in both acting and philanthropy. She is a fan-favorite on the Hallmark Channel, with her new movie, Hats Off to Love, scheduled to premiere in May 2025. She also co-founded the HollyRod Foundation with her husband, former NFL player Rodney Peete, which is dedicated to providing support for those living with autism and Parkinson’s disease. She has also publicly pitched the idea of a Hangin’ with Mr. Cooper reboot.
  • Nell Carter (P.J. Moore)
    • Born: September 13, 1948, in Birmingham, Alabama.
    • Role: Pamela Jane "P.J." Moore, Mark and Vanessa’s landlord and a no-nonsense elementary school teacher/administrator. She was a Tony Award-winning Broadway star before the sitcom.
    • Current Status: Tragically, Nell Carter passed away on January 23, 2003, at the age of 54. Her cause of death was ruled as probable arteriosclerotic heart disease, complicated by diabetes. Her powerful voice and comedic timing are remembered by fans of the show and her previous work on Gimme a Break!
  • Dawnn Lewis (Robin Dumars)
    • Born: August 13, 1961, in Brooklyn, New York.
    • Role: Robin Dumars, Mark’s witty and ambitious first roommate, who left the show after the first season to pursue a broadcast career. She was also a main cast member on A Different World.
    • Current Status (2025): Lewis has a prolific career as both a live-action and voice actress. In 2024, she was recognized at the EagleCon at Cal State LA for her extensive career. She continues to lend her voice to numerous animated projects and has been involved in new television projects as recently as late 2024.

The Next Generation: Child Stars and Supporting Players

The sitcom also featured a dynamic group of younger actors and supporting adult characters who helped shape the series’ narrative, particularly when the show shifted its focus in later seasons.

Raven-Symoné: From Child Star to Disney Mogul

Raven-Symoné, who played Mark Cooper's young cousin Nicole Lee, joined the cast in the second season following the departure of Dawnn Lewis. Her career trajectory since the show has been one of the most successful in television history.

Raven-Symoné Christina Pearman-Maday (Nicole Lee)

  • Born: December 10, 1985, in Atlanta, Georgia.
  • Role: Nicole Lee, the smart, sassy, and adorable cousin of Geneva Lee (Saundra Quarterman), who moves in with the group.
  • Current Status (2025): Raven-Symoné recently signed a multi-year overall deal with Disney, showcasing her influence both in front of and behind the camera. Following the six-season run of her hit spin-off, Raven’s Home, she is currently set to produce and direct a new Disney Channel spinoff series. This deal solidifies her role as a major creative force in children’s and family programming.

Omar Gooding and Marquise Wilson: The Oakbridge High Crew

Omar Gooding and Marquise Wilson played the two main students that Mark Cooper coached and mentored. Their roles provided a direct link to the high school setting of the show.

Omar Gooding (Earvin Rodman)

  • Born: October 19, 1976, in Los Angeles, California.
  • Role: Earvin Rodman, one of Mark’s basketball players and a recurring student. He is the younger brother of Oscar-winner Cuba Gooding Jr.
  • Current Status (2025): Gooding, also known by his stage name Big O, continues to balance his acting and music careers. In August 2024, his latest film project, It’s All Or Nothing, was released on the streaming platform TUBI. He is also actively promoting other new television and film projects, maintaining a steady presence in the industry.

Marquise Wilson (Tyler Foster)

  • Born: August 16, 1977, in Los Angeles, California.
  • Role: Tyler Foster, the mischievous but well-meaning student who often tried to get out of doing schoolwork.
  • Current Status (2025): Wilson is best known for his role as Tyler Foster. While he has had a quieter acting career since the 90s, he has explored other creative avenues, including music. He occasionally appears in interviews and fan discussions, reflecting on his time on the iconic TGIF show.

The Later Years: Geneva Lee and The Sitcom Shift

The sitcom underwent a significant change in its second season, introducing new characters and shifting the premise from a three-roommate dynamic to a more family-oriented structure, which brought in Geneva Lee and her daughter Nicole.

Saundra Quarterman (Geneva Lee)

  • Born: May 24, 1957, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
  • Role: Geneva Lee, Mark's cousin and a single mother who moves in with Mark and Vanessa. She is a teacher at the same high school and provides a strong, maternal influence on the show.
  • Current Status (2025): Quarterman is an established American actress recognized for her role as Geneva Lee. While she has taken on fewer high-profile roles in recent years, she continues to be a respected figure in the acting community, often recognized for her contribution to classic 90s television.

Will There Be a Hangin’ with Mr. Cooper Reboot?

The question of a reboot is one that constantly surfaces among fans of 90s sitcoms, and for Hangin’ with Mr. Cooper, the answer is a hopeful "maybe."

The primary driver of the reboot conversation has been Holly Robinson Peete (Vanessa Russell). She has openly discussed the possibility of bringing the show back, nearly 30 years after its finale. She has expressed that the cast, particularly with Mark Curry, is interested in a reunion or a modern continuation of the story, following the trend of other successful reboots like Raven’s Home and Fuller House. The groundwork for a nostalgic return is clearly being laid, fueled by the cast’s enthusiasm and the enduring appeal of the TGIF era.

Mark Curry’s ongoing relevance in stand-up and Holly Robinson Peete’s strong ties to family-friendly networks like Hallmark and Disney make a revival highly plausible. A new series could explore Mark Cooper as a seasoned principal or a college professor, with Vanessa running a successful media empire, all while mentoring a new generation of students in Oakland. The key to the show's potential return lies in finding the right network or streaming platform to capture the magic of the original series while offering a fresh, contemporary perspective.

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