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Haywood Nelson

Meet Haywood Nelson, the actor who played Dwayne in a super fun TV show!

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Key Facts

Born
March 25, 1960.
Known For
Playing Dwayne Nelson in 'What's Happening!!'.
TV Shows
'What's Happening!!' (1976-1979) and 'What's Happening Now!!' (1985-1988).
Fun Fact
He played the same character, Dwayne Nelson, in two different TV shows!

Who is Haywood Nelson?

Haywood Nelson is a super cool actor who made lots of people laugh! He was born a long, long time ago, on March 25, 1960. Imagine a birthday party with lots of cake! He is an American actor, which means he works in movies and TV shows made in America. He is famous for playing a character named Dwayne Nelson.

Dwayne's Big TV Adventures!

Haywood Nelson is most famous for playing Dwayne Nelson in a TV show called 'What's Happening!!'. This show was so popular that it even had a new version called 'What's Happening Now!!'. Dwayne was a character that many kids loved to watch. The shows were on TV from 1976 to 1979 and then again from 1985 to 1988. That's a lot of years of fun stories!

Why Dwayne Was So Awesome!

Dwayne Nelson was a character that many kids could relate to. He was part of a group of friends who had funny adventures and learned important lessons. Haywood Nelson brought Dwayne to life with his acting, making him a memorable character on television. People remember Dwayne because he was funny and showed what it was like to be a kid growing up.

More About Haywood's Acting

Haywood Nelson's acting career helped bring joy to many families. By playing Dwayne, he became a familiar face on television for many years. The shows he was in were about everyday life, friendships, and growing up, which made them special. He is a talented actor who has made a lasting impression on TV.

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