Essence Atkins Overview

A consistent actress since the early '90s, Essence Atkins has firmly established a place on the small screen. She had a starring role as the big sister the Disney Channel's Smart Guy from 1997 to 1999, then starred on the CBS sitcom Half and Half as Dee Dee Thorne from 2002 to 2006. Her guest appearances include The Cosby Show, Sabrina the Teenage Witch, Sister, Sister and House. From 2010 to 2012 she starred in the TBS sitcom Are We There Yet? with Ice Cube and has a recurring role on Mr.... See All