View Full Version : Lark Voorhies: Her Career Before and During Her Role as Lisa Turtle (Deep Dive)


TMC
02-28-2026, 06:44 PM
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While she is best known as the iconic Lisa Turtle on "Saved by the Bell," Lark Voorhies had a prolific career throughout the late 80s and early 90s. In this deep dive, we explore her early television appearances, guest spots on classic sitcoms like "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" and "Martin," and her stint on the soap opera "Days of Our Lives."

We also look at her return to Bayside High in "The New Class" and discuss the real-life connections between her roles and her background in ballet. Whether you know her from "Good Morning, Miss Bliss" or her music video appearances, this is the complete history of Lark Voorhies during her early television years.


[00:00] Introduction: Lark Voorhies’ early career

[00:38] Small Wonder: First role as Brandy

[01:21] Good Morning Miss Bliss: The start of Lisa Turtle

[01:27] Small Wonder: Returning as Buffy

[02:12] The Robert Guillaume Show: Guest appearance as Denika

[03:11] Who Shrunk Saturday Morning: TV special appearance

[03:17] The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air: Role as Cindy

[04:36] Martin: Appearance as Nicole

[05:48] Background: Real-life engagement to Martin Lawrence

[06:11] Getting By: Role as Darcy (Ballet background)

[07:13] Days of Our Lives: Playing Wendy Rearden

[07:56] Captain Planet: Voice acting credits

[08:58] Music Video: Boyz II Men "On Bended Knee"

[09:05] Me and the Boys: Guest starring as Denise

[09:57] SBTB: The New Class: Return to Bayside

[15:27] Conclusion: Rundown of Lark’s on-screen legacy


What was your favorits appearance? Let's discuss in the comments.

JO Sweet Heart
03-01-2026, 08:09 PM
I will admit that I felt sorry for Lisa when she heard Jesse's stepbrother say, "I never want to see you again." :( :( :(

God bless you always!!!

Holly