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Lark Voorhies Biography

news-detailsLark Voorhies, born Lark Holloway on March 25, 1974, in Nashville, Tennessee, is an American actress best known for her defining role as the fashion-forward and charismatic Lisa Turtle on the beloved NBC sitcom Saved by the Bell. Her portrayal of the confident and occasionally boy-crazy student at Bayside High School made her a household name and a core part of one of the most iconic teen ensembles of the early 1990s. Her work on the series earned her six Young Artist Award nominations, with wins in 1990 and 1993, cementing her status as a standout young performer.

Raised by her parents, Wayne and Tricia Holloway, Voorhies began her career as a child model and actress. She landed early television roles on shows like The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and Charles in Charge before securing her career-making part on Saved by the Bell in 1989. She remained with the series through its entire original run, including its various iterations like Saved by the Bell: The College Years and the made-for-TV movies, becoming a fixture in the lives of a generation of viewers. Her character, Lisa, was notable for being one of the primary Black characters in the predominantly white cast, and Voorhies brought a unique charm and comedic timing to the role.

Following the conclusion of Saved by the Bell, Voorhies continued to act, appearing in films like How High and television series such as The Bold and the Beautiful. She also pursued music, releasing the single "Mona Lisa" in 1995, and worked as a spokeswoman. Her personal life, including her marriages to Miguel Coleman, Andy Prince, and briefly to music engineer Jimmy Green, occasionally drew media attention. In later years, Voorhies made selective appearances, most notably participating in the 2020 reunion special for Saved by the Bell on Peacock, which reunited her with former co-stars including Mario Lopez, Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Elizabeth Berkley, and Tiffani Thiessen.

While her role as Lisa Turtle remains her most enduring legacy, Lark Voorhies' career encompasses a span of work in acting, modeling, and music that solidified her place in popular culture. She is remembered as an integral part of the cast that brought the timeless world of Bayside High to life.