Vernee Watson-Johnson
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Vernee Christell Johnson (née Watson; born September 28, 1949)[1][2][3] is an American actress, author, and acting coach. Watson-Johnson is best known for her recurring roles as Vernajean Williams on Welcome Back, Kotter (1975–1979), as Viola "Vy" Smith on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air (1990–1996), playing the mother of Will Smith's character[4] and head nurse Gloria Tyler on Bob Hearts Abishola (2019–2024). She is often featured in guest or recurring roles as a nurse.[5][6] Since 2017 she has played Stella Henry on General Hospital.
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Born | Vernee Christell Watson (1949-09-28) September 28, 1949 (age 74) New York City, U.S. |
Alma mater | New York University (Bachelor of Arts) |
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Years active | 1970–present |
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Spouses | Joe Duckett
(m. 1976; div. 1977)Van Johnson
(m. 1979; div. 1991) |
Children | 2 |
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