Born Name:  Yvette Reneé Wilson

Born Date:  March 6, 1964

Born Place:  Los Angeles, California

Died Date:  June 14, 2012

Died Place:  Los Angeles, California

Occupations:  Comedian, actress

Brief Biography:  Yvette René Wilson was best known for her memorable role as Andell Wilkerson, the sharp-witted shopkeeper and hangout owner on the hit UPN sitcoms Moesha and its spin-off, The Parkers. Wilson majored in communications at San Jose State University. She subsequently launched her entertainment career as a stand-up comic. Her unique comedic timing and humor led her to perform on Russell Simmons' Def Comedy Jam.

Television and Film Career:
Wilson's bold comedic style eventually caught the attention of television and film directors. After making recurring appearances on shows like In Living Color and Uptown Comedy Club, she quickly established herself on the 1990s and early 2000s Black comedy circuit. Her acting credits include:
Thea (1993–1994): A recurring role that marked one of her first on-screen TV appearances.
Poetic Justice (1993): Made her feature film debut in this romantic drama.
House Party 3 (1994) and House Party 2.
Friday (1995): Played the role of Rita in this cult-classic comedy film.
Moesha (1996–2001): Portrayed Andell Wilkerson, a main character and best friend to the titular character.
The Parkers (1999–2004): Continued her fan-favorite role as Andell in the Moesha spin-off, serving as the owner of the local campus hangout.

Legacy:
Outside of acting, Wilson dabbled in other entertainment and business ventures, including managing Fat Daddy Records and working in real estate.