Why Regina From The Upshaws Looks So Familiar
Why Regina From The Upshaws Looks So Familiar
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By Caitlin Albers/May 12, 2021 10:50 am EDT
"The Upshaws" is one of Netflix's original comedy series, starring some veteran actors with a rich history on the big and small screen. The sitcom follows the Upshaw family as they deal with everyday struggles, which can sometimes come with a blended dynamic. Per Netflix's official synopsis, "The Upshaws," is about "a working-class Black family in Indiana strives for a better life and a happy home with juggling everyday struggles in this comedy series."
If you've tuned in to the 10 debut episodes of "The Upshaws," you probably recognized more than once face gracing your screen. Legendary comedian Mike Epps leads the pack as patriarch Bennie, with Wanda Sykes serving as his sister-in-law, Lucretia. Also at the forefront is Regina, Bennie's wife. You might have recognized Regina the minute you saw her, but may have had trouble identifying her. The actress definitely has an impressive resume and starred on one of the biggest shows of the 1980s, followed by a smash hit from the 1990s.