Can Hillman College capture the magic all over again? Mutha Knows sits down with original cast member Darryl M. Bell and newcomer Cornell Young IV to talk about the highly anticipated return of A Different World, arriving on Netflix September 24.

Darryl reflects on Ron Johnson’s journey from Hillman student to single father, while Cornell opens up about stepping into the role of Ron’s son, Shaquille Johnson. Together, they discuss the show’s lasting impact, Debbie Allen’s guiding force, and why the spirit of Hillman still matters to a whole new generation.

From nostalgia and legacy to fresh faces and future dreams, this conversation celebrates the return of an iconic HBCU story and asks whether the new class can make viewers fall in love with Hillman all over again. A Different World’s sequel follows a new generation at Hillman while bringing back familiar favorites, including Bell as Ron Johnson.

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