Holly Robinson Peete

At-a-Glance

Serves as CEO and Co-Founder of the HollyRod Foundation since 1999.
Known for acting roles in TV series including 21 Jump Street (1987–1991) and Hangin' with Mr. Cooper (1992–1997).
Was one of the original co-hosts of the CBS Daytime talk show The Talk.
Authored the children's book My Brother Charlie, which won an NAACP Image Award in March 2011.
Graduated from Sarah Lawrence College in 1986 with a degree in psychology and French.

Biography

Holly Robinson Peete is an American actress and singer recognized for her extensive career in television. She is known for her roles as Judy Hoffs on the Fox police drama *21 Jump Street* (1987–1991), Vanessa Russell on the ABC sitcom *Hangin' with Mr. Cooper* (1992–1997), and Dr. Malena Ellis on the NBC/The WB sitcom *For Your Love* (1998–2002).