Cornell Young IV

While still early in his career, Cornell Young IV has already achieved a remarkable feat by successfully pivoting from collegiate athletics to become a lead actor in major Netflix productions. His casting in the A Different World revival marks him as a key figure in the next generation of Black actors representing the institution of Hillman College. Critics have singled out his ability to bring authenticity to the role of a college student, blending his real-life experience as a former athlete with the dramatic requirements of the series.