Viewers of the ABC sitcom Abbott Elementary” — set in a Philadelphia public school — will be familiar with comedian Janelle ...

The romantic storyline represents uncharted territory for a character known more for self-absorption than self-reflection.

In the ABC mockumentary hit Abbott Elementary, the comedian-turned-actor Janelle James portrays an odd yet enduring principal and has earned four consecutive Emmy nominations, including the 2025 nomin ...

Few TV characters steal scenes quite like Principal Ava Coleman and few actors do it quite like Janelle James. The actress is ...

While James has been in the entertainment industry for a while now, her breakout role was Principal Ava Coleman on Abbott Elementary. The ABC sitcom (which you can also stream with a Hulu ...

The stand-up community knew Janelle James before she landed “Abbott Elementary.” She had opened for Chris Rock, was featured on late-night talk shows, and was even a staff writer on BET’s “The Rundown ...

Netflix is expanding its adult animated comedy series slate with new series Strip Law, with Adam Scott and Janelle James ...

Janelle James is spending her summer break away from the sitcom "Abbott Elementary" by hosting ABC's newest game show "The Final Straw." ...

Janelle James Recalls How her Younger ‘Abbott Elementary’ Co-Star Humbled Her The comedian's portrayal of absent-minded principal Ava Coleman has made her a household name.

Actor Janelle James participates in a lively discussion during the FYC presentation of "Abbott Elementary" at Televerse 25, a ...

The reason Janelle James doesn’t shop at Target anymore might surprise you: ‘Used to be my happy place’ The “Abbott Elementary” star opens up about the biggest adjustment she’s had to ...

Before landing her breakout role on Abbott Elementary, Janelle James had her sights set on another show. The Golden Globe nominee recently revealed she once auditioned for Netflix‘s GLOW (2017 ...